Round Stingray
The round stingray, Urobatis halleri, is a small, bottom-dwelling marine species commonly found along the Pacific coast from California to Central America. This ray prefers sandy or muddy areas near shorelines, often burying itself in the substrate for camouflage. It is known for its round body and short tail with a venomous spine, which can deliver a painful sting if disturbed.
Length~22 (max 58)
Weight~1 (max 1)
WaterSalt
Water Temp10-23° F
Depth10-91 ft
- Other namesHaller's round ray , Little round stingray
- Length~22 (max 58)
- Weight~1 (max 1)
- WaterSalt
- Water Temp10-23° F
- Depth10-91 ft
Popular lures for Round Stingray
Regulation for Round Stingray
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Living Conditions
🐟 Habitat preferences
- Prefers shallow coastal waters with sandy or muddy bottoms where it can easily hide
- Often found near estuaries and bays, where it feeds on small invertebrates like worms, crustaceans, and mollusks
- Buries itself in the substrate during the day, becoming more active at night
- Commonly found in warmer waters, especially during the summer months
♻️ Life cycle and mating behavior
- Mating occurs in warmer months, with males pursuing females aggressively
- Females give birth to live young after a gestation period, usually during the late summer
- Juveniles are born fully developed and start hunting small prey immediately
- Round stingrays are solitary creatures, coming together mainly for mating