Manta Ray Blog

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.

Guidelines for Interacting with Manta Rays

11 important rules for swimming with manta rays in a way that's safe and sustainable... A must-read before any manta ray dive!

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?

Follow how manta rays reproduce, from courtship through pregnancy and birth to little mantas growing up... with a detailed video from their habitat.

How an Injured Dolphin Asked for Help – and got Rescued by Divers

A dolphin approaches humans for help escaping from a fishing line, then waits patiently while divers free him – and the whole encounter is caught on video.

Are Manta Rays Facing Extinction?

Manta rays are a threatened species and if nothing gets done, they could be facing extinction. This is an overview of steps that are being taken locally and globally to protect manta rays.

Coronavirus in Hawaii

The coronavirus in Hawaii has rapidly impacted lives here too. Here is a personal account of how the coronavirus in Hawaii is being managed locally.

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

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!

Meditating Online with Manta Rays: Relaxation in Uncertain Times

Even if you’ve never meditated before, you have probably experienced the relaxing effects of just sitting down ...

Protecting Manta Rays in Hawaii

Manta rays face different challenges around the Big Island of Kona, Hawaii. Learn how you can help us protect the gentle giants of the sea.

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? Discover how manta rays react to eels, sharks and other sea creatures!

Be a Carrier of Kindness

It’s very hard to wrap your head around the changes the world has seen since our last post about the Coronavirus ...

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 ...

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