Why do Manta Rays Jump out of the Water?
When manta rays jump out of the water, they look like they're flying - the phenomenon is called “breaching”. While we don't know exactly why they do it, these are the most popular theories!
Manta Rays
Learn all about reef mantas and giant manta rays – from biology and behavior to meeting the mantas of Hawaii and protecting these gentle giants from harm.
Get to Know the Majestic Reef Manta Ray
The reef manta ray is often confused with its larger relative, the giant manta ray. Let's explore their diet and habitat, how they differ from other rays, and what we can do to protect them from extinction!
8 Unique Techniques Manta Rays Use for Filter-Feeding
Manta rays need to a lot of food to sustain themselves. They developed intricate techniques for filter-feeding on plankton and other tiny food.
Do Manta Rays Smile? And What’s the Deal with Giggling Sting Rays?
When people ask if manta rays smile, they're usually confounding mantas for sting rays. Check out these pictures of a manta ray mouth and stingray underbellies, and learn why it's easy to get confused!
The Transformational Experience of Swimming with Manta Rays
Most people who come for a swim with manta rays, leave the water completely transformed. It’s a spiritual experience so profound that many can’t put it into words.
How we Aim for Sustainability at Manta Ray Advocates
We aim to improve sustainability in our own business and advocate for changes in the manta ray tourism industry.
The Development of a Baby Manta Ray
Baby manta rays are born wrapped up like a burrito - and the birth wrinkles take a long time to smoothen out! Check out the footage of a manta ray pup over the course of her first couple of months.
Why we Banned Full-Face Snorkeling Masks from our Manta Ray Activities
Full-face snorkeling masks seem easy to use, but due to repeated incidents we decided to ban their use on our moonlight manta swims. Read why (and watch the video) here!
Manta Ray Cleaning Stations: Fishy Day Spas in Hawaii
In the coral reefs around Hawaii, we find what we call “cleaning stations” - and this is where manta rays (and other animals) go to get clean.
5 Things You Can Do (Right Now) to Save the Ocean and Protect Marine Life
We can all do more to save the ocean and protect marine life. Small things can make a big impact - and here's where to start!
Is Swimming with Manta Rays Safe for Children? Why We Don’t Take Kids Under 12 Years Old
Swimming with manta rays can be perfectly safe for children - however, there are multiple reasons why we don’t take kids along on our manta ray moonlight swims.
How smart are manta rays? What’s that big brain for?
The brain of a manta ray is as large as a fist - which might not seem much if you compare it to humans or other mammals, however, mantas have the biggest brain-to-body ratio of all fish. We still have a lot to learn about manta rays and an intelligence test for fish has not been developed yet…
7 most heart-warming manta ray stories of 2021
Swimming with reef sharks, going the distance, speed-healing injuries and more: here are the most noteworthy stories of 2021 featuring manta rays.
The Manta Ray Cyclone: a Feeding Frenzy Phenomenon
When up to 150 feeding manta rays join a plankton feeding frenzy, they create a manta ray cyclone. Watch the video and learn more about this unique phenomenon!
Ocean Safety – Why it Matters & How to Check the Ocean Forecast
Drowning is the third cause of accidental death, and often happens to unprepared adventure seekers. Here's how to check the ocean forecast before you dive in!
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