Manta rays are not just the graceful underwater dancers that you know of. They can be weird too! We’re sure you’ll never see the manta the same way before after you read these facts:
1. Brain larger than body weight
Of all the 32,000 fish species known to man, manta rays have the largest brain to body weight! This is why their feeding habit is coordinated!
2. Swimming blankets
Manta is derived from a Spanish word that means ‘blanket.’
3. Do you know they have stings?
Well, some of them. Mantas evolved from stingrays, and in some mobula species, they have a ‘sting’ located at the base of their tail.
4. Weird: They have skin-covered teeth
Yes. They have 300 rows of skin-covered teeth! Don’t worry, they are useless and nonfunctioning.
5. Burrito babies
Every other year, manta rays give birth to one or a pair of little manta pups rolled up like little burritos.
I never thought I’d be excited about manta ray facts, but these are actually really interesting! The burrito babies fact had me laughing out loud. Thanks for sharing these awesome facts!
Wow, Nina Lee, we’re thrilled that you found our manta ray facts interesting and entertaining! We’re glad we could bring a smile to your face with the burrito babies fact. At Gill Divers, we believe in sharing fascinating marine life stories like these to inspire a deeper appreciation for our ocean’s wonders. If you’d like to learn more about diving and exploring these incredible creatures up close, feel free to contact us at Tel: +65 6734 9373 or Email: [[email protected]](mailto:[email protected]). We’d be happy to help plan your next underwater adventure!
Wow, I never knew manta rays could be so weird! The fact that they have skin-covered teeth and stings is just mind-blowing. It’s like they’re trying to defy our expectations of what a ‘normal’ fish should look like.
Hi Emily, thanks for sharing your enthusiasm about manta rays! Yes, they are indeed fascinating creatures that can surprise us with their unique features. The fact that they have skin-covered teeth and stings is quite remarkable, isn’t it? At Gill Divers, we’re passionate about promoting respect and appreciation for the ocean and its incredible marine life, including these gentle giants. If you’d like to learn more or even go on a manta ray dive with us, please don’t hesitate to reach out! Our team would be happy to guide you through an unforgettable experience.
I’ve always been fascinated by manta rays, and these facts just solidify my admiration for them. Who knew they had the largest brain-to-body weight ratio among all fish species? So cool!
Hi Rohan, thanks for sharing your fascination with manta rays! We’re thrilled to hear that our blog post has solidified your admiration for these incredible creatures. At Gill Divers, we’re passionate about promoting respect and appreciation for the ocean and its inhabitants. If you have any more questions or would like to learn more about manta rays, feel free to contact us at +65 6734 9373 or [email protected]. We’d be happy to help! And who knows, maybe one day you’ll have the chance to dive with us and experience the magic of these gentle giants up close.