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Oceanic Manta Ray

5-7+ meter
40-50 år
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Oceanic Manta Ray

The oceanic manta ray is the largest ray species on Earth, reaching wingspans of over 7 metres and weighing up to 2 tonnes. Unlike their reef-dwelling cousins, oceanic mantas undertake long-distance migrations across open ocean, following plankton blooms and seasonal currents. Their sheer size and graceful swimming make every encounter a life-changing experience for divers.

Storlek

5-7+ meter (vingspann)

Vikt

1,000-2,000 kg

Livslängd

40-50 år

Status

Hotad

Var du hittar dem

Bästa dykplatser

Socorroöarna, MexikoMaldivernaGalápagosöarnaKomodo, IndonesienYap, MikronesienAzorerna, PortugalThailand (similan Islands)Isla De La Plata, EcuadorMoçambiqueHawaii

Dyktips

Oceanic mantas are less predictable than reef mantas. At Socorro, they often approach divers closely — remain still on rocky substrate and they may hover directly above you. Never chase or touch them. Their enormous size can be startling at first, but they are completely harmless.

Bästa säsong

November to May at Socorro; varies by location

Livsmiljö

Open ocean (pelagic), visiting offshore seamounts, oceanic islands, and cleaning stations

Föda

Zooplankton, krill, and small schooling fish
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Roliga fakta

1

Oceanic mantas are the largest rays on Earth, with wingspans exceeding 7 metres

2

They have been tracked migrating over 1,100 km across open ocean

3

Females give birth to a single pup after 12-13 months of gestation

4

A single oceanic manta is worth an estimated $1 million in dive tourism over its lifetime versus $500 dead

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