Reef Manta Ray

Reef Manta Ray MantaRay-World.com Scientific name: Manta alfredi. It is the second larges species of ray. They are able to regenerate their tissues after being attacked. Width of the central disc of the body: 9.8-11.5 feet. (3-3.5 m.) Weight: More than 3,100 Ibs. (1.4 tons.) Life expectancy: At least 40 years. Habitat: Distribution: Tropical and subtropical coasts. Coastal reefs. Pacific Ocean. Indian Ocean. Atlantic Ocean. Atolls. Bays. Threats: Commercial Fisheries. Diet: Bycatch. Habitat degradation. Zooplankton. Collisions with boats. Predators: STAT Orca. OSERFA False killer whale. VULNERABLE (VU) Sharks. STAT (BioExpedition.com Copyright © 2014