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Is Ray kosher?

No — Ray is not kosher under Jewish dietary law.

Not kosher. Rays are cartilaginous fish without scales; some species, like stingrays, are additionally disqualified by other halachic considerations.

Ray (Batoidea)

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Scientific name
Batoidea
Also known as
Stingray, Manta ray, Eagle ray, Electric ray
Category
cartilaginous
Fins & scales
Fins ✓ , no scales ✗
Kosher status
Not kosher

About Ray

Cartilaginous fish with flattened bodies and enlarged pectoral fins. Includes stingrays, manta rays, and electric rays.

Kosher ruling

Not kosher. Rays are cartilaginous fish without scales; some species, like stingrays, are additionally disqualified by other halachic considerations.

Source: Orthodox Union

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