Bull Ray

Myliobatis australis

A shy member of the ray family, they are quick to retreat when they encounter our dive groups. Bull rays can grow up to 1.2m. They are a lovely shade of brownish grey or dark olive green, and they feature a whip-like tail with a venomous spine.

Originally identified as the type of ray that killed famous eco-adventurer and conservationist Steve Irwin (aka, the Crocodile Hunter) – a claim that has now been brought into question – bull rays generally considered harmless unless cornered and harassed.

During our Sydney dives, we’ll come across bull rays on sandy flats where they search for crabs and shellfish.

Check out this cool video of Bull Ray on one of our dives

Don’t get too close to that tail! Now that’s a big ray!

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Quick Facts on Bull Rays

If divers encounter Bull Rays while the animal is stationary, the ray will be known to raise its tail and point towards what they perceive as a threat as a warning. It’s an intimidating display!

Bull Ray are often found in sandy bottom areas such as reef edges or sand patches in shallow rock reefs.

People wading in the shallows will often see Bull Rays around any number of Sydney’s boat ramps, both in the harbour or along the coast, where fishermen discard fish waste which the Bull Rays eat.

  • The stingray’s venom is very painful as it features serotonin which causes muscles to contract. The venom isn’t deadly unless the poisonous barb has impacted a major organ.

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Sydney Scuba Dive Costings

All prices include GST. Prices are per person.

Single Dive $69.00
Single Night Dive $69.00
TSS Currajong Night Dive $120.00
Double Boat Dive $120.00
Technical Tec 1 Dive (40-51m) $99.00
Tec 1 Dive + 1 Recreational Dive $120.00
Technical Tec 2 Dive (51-78m) $150.00
Tec 2 “Peak” Dive $950 (full boat rate. max 6 divers)
Ex – HMAS Adelaide Double Dive $120.00
Freediving $220.00ph (10pax max)
Whale Watching $65.00
Charter Rate $POA
Freediver $120.00 pp

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