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Q.Saltwater Species Behavior

Why is cobia caught near rays and sharks?

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Cobia commonly cruise alongside or just behind cow-nose rays, sharks, and large turtles. The host fish disturbs the bottom or stirs up small prey, and cobia feed on what gets flushed out. Sight-casting jigs or live eels at rays is one of the most effective cobia techniques during their seasonal migration.

Migration calendar pages cover cobia timing in your region.

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