Aetobatus narinari

Spotted Eagle Ray

1.5-3 meter
15-25 år
Nära hotad
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Spotted Eagle Ray

The spotted eagle ray is one of the most beautiful rays in the ocean, with its distinctive white spots on a dark blue-black background and graceful, wing-like swimming motion. These rays can leap completely out of the water, making them one of the most spectacular marine animals to witness.

Storlek

1.5-3 meter (skivbredd), upp till 5m total

Vikt

180-230 kg

Livslängd

15-25 år

Status

Nära hotad

Var du hittar dem

Bästa dykplatser

BahamasGalápagosMaldivernaRöda havet, EgyptenHawaiiCanary Islands, SpanienAzorerna, PortugalMoçambiqueFiji

Dyktips

Eagle rays are often seen cruising mid-water or foraging in sand. They're generally shy, so stay low and let them pass overhead for incredible views. Look for them at cleaning stations.

Bästa säsong

Year-round in tropical waters

Livsmiljö

Warm coastal waters, coral reefs, bays, and estuaries worldwide

Föda

Molluscs, crustaceans, worms, octopus, and small fish
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Roliga fakta

1

They can jump up to 2 metres out of the water

2

Eagle rays have specialized teeth for crushing shellfish

3

They sometimes travel in large schools of up to 100 individuals

4

Their tail can be up to three times their body length

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