Manta Ray Blog

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?
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 ...

What’s the Best Time to Swim with Manta Rays in Hawaii?
Determine the best time to see manta rays in Hawaii based on ocean conditions and the probability of manta sightings.

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.

The Impact a Dolphin Rescue Video Can Make (A Remarkable Anniversary Story)
Notch is a bottlenose dolphin who was rescued from a fishing line 2013. Let me tell you the story of David and Lynne, who were deeply affected by this remarkable marine life rescue anniversary story.

A Lesson in Coral Bleaching Reaches Germany
A recent article we published about the reality of coral bleaching in Hawaii had an unexpected ripple ...

How do we celebrate Christmas in Hawaii?
How do we celebrate Christmas in Hawaii? Here are five fun facts about how Christmas is celebrated in Hawaii from a German who lives and works in Hawaii.

Word of Thanks, plus Notch eBook Release
Sending warmest Aloha wishes to you as we have entered the special time of the year; at least in the U.S. after ...

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