Graceful, massive, and shockingly intelligent, the giant manta ray is one of the most awe-inspiring creatures in our oceans.

advancing our understanding of this unique species," said Calusa Horn, NOAA's southeast region giant manta ray coordinator. Manta rays, which feed on tiny zooplankton, funneling water into their ...

There are thousands of species of marine life in the Maldives, and perhaps none are quite as iconic as the manta rays. These gentle giants are amazingly graceful, and, beyond being a delight for ...

MANTA RAY POPULATIONS ARE IN DANGER AROUND THE WORLD ... but local marine scientist Jessica Pate has discovered a unique cluster of nautical novices. "It’s a nursery ground for young or baby ...

A rare pink manta ray, nicknamed Inspector Clouseau, has been spotted near Australia's Great Barrier Reef, captivating scientists and divers alike. This unique manta ray, with its bubblegum hue ...

The dark spot pattern on the underside of each one is unique and serves as an ID. The reef manta ray in this photograph, according to a Manta Trust database, is a juvenile male. His name is Naba.

Each manta ray has a set of spots unique to them like fingerprints, which make them easy to track. More than 350 manta rays have been documented in Kona -- some over 40 years. Researchers name ...

Featuring energy-harvesting capabilities and a unique design inspired by its namesake, the Manta Ray can operate at depths unreachable by traditional submersibles, marking a major step towards ...

Each contractor is responsible for creating unique vehicles to showcase specific capabilities within the Manta Ray program. As explained in our previous story on the UUV, the unveiling of the ...

The robot’s Manta ray-like design will automatically snap ... rays became a natural source of inspiration because of their unique swimming mechanics, which combine efficiency, speed, and ...

Dubbed "Manta Ray," the drone is modeled after filter-feeding ... Since then, Northrop Grumman and Martin Defense Group LLC have each developed unique prototypes of the drone for in-water demonstr ...