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yes they used stingray spears but only for midranged based attacks.

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Yes, Maori did use stingray barbs as weapons. They were attached to wooden handles to create a weapon called a "māheru" or "makau" for hunting and warfare. The barbs were sharp and effective tools for close combat.

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