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Manta birostris |
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The Manta ray is the largest of the rays and has been known to weigh up to 6,600 lbs. and can extend 7 ½ ft. across its pectoral fins (or wings). Manta rays are most commonly black above and white below. They are typically found around coral reefs throughout warm, temperate tropical seas. Manta rays have 5 pairs of gills on their underside with a mouth large enough to fit 4 full grown men through it at once. They also have about 300 rows of tiny, peg-like teeth, each the size of the head of a pin. Their diet consists of plankton, small fish, and fish larvae. The predators of the Manta ray include large sharks, and on occasion, orcas. |
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The Manta ray has the largest brain of any fish and are extremely curious around humans and enjoy being stroked. |
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