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Manta rays are large rays belonging to the genus Mobula (formerly its own genus Manta ). The larger species, M. birostris, reaches 7 m (23 ft) in width, while the smaller, M. alfredi, reaches 5.5 m (18 ft). Both have triangular pectoral fins, horn-shaped cephalic fins and large, forward-facing mouths.
Learn about manta rays, the largest species of ray, and their two distinct subspecies: reef and oceanic. Find out how they feed, reproduce, and why they are vulnerable to overfishing and trade.
May 4, 1999 · Learn about manta ray, a type of marine ray with enlarged pectoral fins and cephalic fins. Find out how manta rays feed, swim, and differ from other rays and sharks.
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Learn about the manta ray, a large filter feeder with horn-shaped fins and unique markings. Find out where they live, what they eat, how they reproduce, and why they are endangered by fishing and other threats.
The giant oceanic manta ray, giant manta ray, or oceanic manta ray (Mobula birostris) is a species of ray in the family Mobulidae and the largest type of ray in the world. It is circumglobal and is typically found in tropical and subtropical waters but can also be found in temperate waters.
Learn about the intelligence, diet, behaviour and reproduction of manta rays, the largest fish with the largest brain to body ratio. Discover how overfishing and climate change are threatening these gentle giants and their Reef habitat.
Learn about the giant manta ray, the largest ray and one of the largest fishes in the world, that feeds on plankton and can live up to 40 years. Find out how Oceana works to protect this endangered species from commercial fishing and other threats.
