How to Protect Manta Rays

We endeavour to protect manta rays by educating people and raising awareness around the factors that cause harm to this protected species.

Cutting Corners: Tourist Boat Practices that Harm Humans and Mantas

Some of the tour boats that bring tourists to the manta ray viewing sites don’t adhere to industry standards, often endangering tourists, crew, and marine life.

How Manta Rays Boost the Local Economy Around the World

Manta rays are far more valuable alive than dead. In coastal communities around the world, sustainable manta tourism is better for the local economy than the fishing industry ever was.

The Pono Pledge: our Commitment to Conservation in Hawaii

We proudly honor the Pono Pledge, aligning our actions with Hawaii's principles of harmony and custodianship

Why there are No Rules or Regulations for Manta Ray Tourism (2024 update)

Getting regulations in place to make manta ray tourism safer and more sustainable takes much longer than anyone expected. Here is why.

Are Manta Rays Facing Extinction?

We discuss the manta ray’s risk status, the most significant threats to their existence, and what we can all do to turn the tide for our favorite gentle giants and protect them from extinction.

The Dark Side of Manta Ray Tourism: the Impact of Ecotourism on People, Mantas, and the Environment

Manta ray tourism is becoming increasingly popular, and manta viewing sites are over-saturated. This affects not just the marine wildlife and their habitat, but also has dire consequences for crew and tourists involved.

Proposed Regulations for Manta Ray Tourism in Hawaii

Regulations for manta ray tourism have been in the making since 2014. But how can new rules make this activity safer for people and mantas, and more sustainable as well?

How Climate Change affects Manta Rays

Manta rays are highly vulnerable to environmental changes because they have slow growth rates, low reproductive rates, and long lifespans. Read more about how climate change impacts the manta ray population around the world in this article!

Why is it Important to Protect Manta Rays?

Mantas are a threatened species - but what would happen if they disappeared? Why is it so important to get legislation in place to protect manta rays?

February 2023: Proposed Regulations for Manta Ray Tourism in Hawaii [VIDEO]

A public hearing to regulate the manta ray tour businesses along the Kona Coast on the Big Island of Hawaii is happening on February 23, 2023. This post outlines what I think about the proposed regulations and what YOU can do to protect manta rays today.

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!

Ocean Plastic Pollution and Its Deadly Effect on Manta Rays

Plastic pollution is affecting the whole planet, and manta rays are just one of the many marine animals that experience harmful effects from it.

Everything you Ever Wanted to Know about Manta Rays

Learn all about manta rays - from habitat over types to diet and lifecycle, from size and weight to color, speed and more fun facts.

10 Best Documentary Films about Marine Life & Ocean Conservation

10 best documentary movies about oceans and marine life (2021 update)

Policies Protecting Manta Rays Worldwide (2020 update)

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.

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