Manta rays known for grace and elegance, they are truly a sight to behold. For many, the chance to see these majestic creatures in the wild is a dream
Manta rays are beautiful and majestic animals that exude grace and elegance. For many, seeing a manta ray up close in the wild is a bucket list experience
Kristy, a seasoned scuba diver and underwater photographer, captures an encounter with hundreds of manta rays in a remote area of the Galapagos Islands
The mantas were involved in a complex seasonal courtship ritual, looping and circling for feeding and mating signals.
Manta rays are gentle and harmless animals, despite their size. They use their speed and agility for defense, never attacking or harming humans.
Manta rays have a high brain to body mass ratio, displaying cognitive ability and self-awareness
A scuba diver like Kristy will remember this encounter with manta rays for a lifetime, capturing breathtaking images and videos of these magnificent creatures