Help our research and send in your pictures
MANTA RAY IDENTIFICATION
Every manta ray has a unique pattern of shapes on their tummy, just like a finger-print. These patterns are used to identify individuals and allow us to determine population dynamics.
HAVE YOU PHOTOGRAPHED A MANTA?
EVERY SIGHTING HELPS PROTECT MANTAS FOR THE FUTURE
If you capture a picture or a video of a manta rays belly, send it to us for identification!
Your submission will contribute to the knowledge and understanding of the local manta ray population. This information will ensure the correct conservation measures are taken to protect this population into the future.
If your sighting is a new manta not already on our database, you get the privilege of naming it!
Use the online form below and email us your images or videos
Be as specific as possible.
Please note that by submitting data and images, you are granting unlimited usage of these materials for research and conservation purposes only.
Once you have filled out the form, please email images and videos along with your name to karen@mantatrust.org