About Manta Rays

All you ever wanted to know about manta rays: their behavior, diet, anatomy, how to protect them, and much more.

How do Manta Rays Sleep?

How do Manta Rays Sleep?

Manta rays are constantly swimming - so how can they sleep? We'll answer that question in this article - with a video to show you what happens.
Are Manta Rays Dangerous?

Are Manta Rays Dangerous?

Are manta rays dangerous - or do they need to defend themselves against predators? Read all about the manta rays' defence mechanisms.
Why Manta Rays Can’t Stop Swimming

Why Manta Rays Can’t Stop Swimming

Manta rays don't ever stop swimming throughout their life. In this article, we'll teach you why - and explore other marine animals who swim all the time.
How do Manta Rays Reproduce?

How do Manta Rays Reproduce?

Follow how manta rays reproduce, from courtship through pregnancy and birth to little mantas growing up... with a detailed video from their habitat.
What and How do Manta Rays Eat?

What and How do Manta Rays Eat?

Read all about the diet of a manta ray, and about the dazzling amount of food the "gentle giants of the sea" need to sustain themselves.
The Difference Between Eagle Rays, Stingrays and Manta Rays

The Difference Between Eagle Rays, Stingrays and Manta Rays

Eagle rays, manta rays and stingrays are the three most popular marine animals in Hawaii. There are distinct differences in how they look and behave!
How Can You Tell Individual Manta Rays Apart?

How Can You Tell Individual Manta Rays Apart?

For most people, all manta rays look alike. For the trained eye however, there are several ways to recognize individual mantas without too much difficulty.
How Do Mantas Interact with other Marine Life? [video]

How Do Mantas Interact with other Marine Life? [video]

How do mantas interact with other marine life? Discover how manta rays react to eels, sharks and other sea creatures!
Mysterious Pink Manta Ray: Does it Really Exist?

Mysterious Pink Manta Ray: Does it Really Exist?

A while ago, a pink manta ray was spotted in the Great Barrier Reef in Australia. And of course, members of our ...
Where to See Manta Rays in Aquariums

Where to See Manta Rays in Aquariums

Manta rays are huge and can't stop swimming; it's hard to keep them in an aquarium! However, a few aquariums worldwide host mantas - and this is how it works.
Are Manta Rays Territorial?

Are Manta Rays Territorial?

Are manta rays territorial? Or are manta rays migratory? In this short video, you'll discover an answer to the question, "Are manta rays territorial?"
Manta Rays vs Stingrays – What’s the Difference?

Manta Rays vs Stingrays – What’s the Difference?

A comparison of manta rays vs stingrays often starts with the question about what killed Steve Irwin. This summary of manta rays vs stingrays will help.
How do manta rays give birth?

How do manta rays give birth?

How large is a manta ray baby? Discover the answer in this article about a manta pup - plus more details on the miracle of a manta ray birth.
Why you should never ever touch a manta ray

Why you should never ever touch a manta ray

One of the most frequently asked questions we get is “Can we touch the mantas?” and the short answer is NO. It can hurt them! Read the article to understand what can happen when you touch a manta.
Do Mantas Feel Pain – and How do they Heal when they get Injured? [Video]

Do Mantas Feel Pain – and How do they Heal when they get Injured? [Video]

Manta rays are calm and pacific animals with very few predators - but they can get injured. Most of the time, humans are the cause of their injuries - but they can also get wounded by natural causes. In this article, we'll dive into whether mantas can feel pain - and also into the question of how they heal after an injury.
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