Small-eyed Ray
Raja microocellata
FR Raie petites-yeux · ES Raya ojuda · PT Raia-olho-pequeno · IT Razza occhiuta · DE Kleinochenrochen
Also known as: Painted RayOwl RayRayaRaie MêléeRaya ojudaRaie petites-yeuxKleinochenrochenRazza occhiutaRaia-olho-pequeno
Surf/EstuaryShoreBoat
Ray/Skate
Score
—
Prime time
Evening/night with run
Depth
0–100m
Platform
Shore & boat
Season
JanMarJunSepDec
Peak May–SepGood Apr–Nov
Depth range
0–100mDeep
Best fishing techniques
Bottom fishing / ledgering60%
Preferred seabed
Sand
Findr bio
Bank edge stalker — on rocky pinnacles and threads current seams patiently; Liveys Drifted Across The Line.
How to catch
Favourite hangouts
Open seaSandy beachShallow water
Recommended baits
Fish baitsWormsCrab
Diet
Small fishCrabShrimpPolychaete wormsAmphipods
Effective techniques
Bottom FishingRunning LedgerSurfcasting
Gear
Best times
NightFlooding tide
Surf-zone local — loves the same beaches humans do, minus sunscreen.
Field notes
Where to find them
Wales/Channel/Atlantic surf beaches
Where they hang out
Bars/holes 3-12 m
Prime time
Evening/night with run
Tide game
Strong; loves banks/bars
What they're into
Sandeel/squid combos
Temperature vibe
Mild months best
Fave weather
After small onshore blows
Fun fact about me
Surf-zone local — loves the same beaches humans do, minus sunscreen.
Dinner material?
8/10Solid dinner choice
Play by the rules
Check regional protectionsNational fisheries
Looking after them
Near Threatened