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 ...

In addition, they each exhibit unique traits and behaviors that help ... When most people think of manta rays, they think of the giant oceanic manta ray or the reef manta ray.

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 ...

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 ...

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.

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 ...

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 ...

The vehicle’s modular design facilitated rapid assembly in the field, showcasing a unique capability for an extra-large UUV. Northrop Grumman transported the Manta Ray prototype in modular ...

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 Manta Ray program, launched in 2020 ... Related stories The drone's unique shape helps it save power and energy and carry "critical payloads or sensors" on lengthy missions, according to ...

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 ...