Manta ray  (Manta birostris)

Range

Manta rays are found throughout the world’s oceans, in tropical waters between 35° North and 35° South (3). Previously, a number of different species were recognised, but the manta ray is now considered to be just one species: Manta birostris (2).

View a distribution map for this species at UNEP World Conservation Monitoring Centre.

Habitat

Inhabits nearshore waters, often near to coral reefs; these rays are seen near to the surface of the water or in the middle of the water column (2).

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