manta ray

as in ray
any of several extremely large rays the manta ray blended in beautifully with the sandy ocean floor

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Recent Examples of manta ray While the Indian Ocean boasts iconic creatures spanning from the green sea turtle to the dugong, the manta ray has captivated cultures across the globe for centuries, earning a reputation for their large size and gentle disposition. Jared Ranahan, Forbes, 24 Jan. 2025 Throughout all four days of the retreat, guests can take part in fascinating educational seminars, with topics spanning from manta ray identification methods to the inner workings of plankton, a diverse type of organism that makes up the bulk of a manta ray’s diet. Jared Ranahan, Forbes, 24 Jan. 2025 In a paper published on Wednesday in the Proceedings of the Royal Society B: Biological Sciences, a pair of researchers analyzed tails belonging to cownose rays, a smaller relative of manta rays. Jack Tamisiea, New York Times, 22 Jan. 2025 Furthermore, the property's location within the Baa Atoll provides unparalleled access to some of the world’s greatest marine wonders, most notably one of the largest concentrations of manta rays on the planet at nearby Hanifaru Bay. Sandra MacGregor, Forbes, 5 Jan. 2025 See All Example Sentences for manta ray

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“Manta ray.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/manta%20ray. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.

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