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Diving into the World’s Largest Manta Ray Aggregation in Puerto Lopez, Ecuador

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Martina Alvarez
17 August, 2023

Mantas

A scientist freedives below three reef manta rays in the Maldives

The Mantas of the Maldives

The Maldives are known for their manta ray populations. Researchers share more about mantas, including what threats they face and what we can do to help.

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Are you daring enough to explore what lurks underwater after sunset? These 5 night dives may be right up your alley.
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The Magic Behind the Manta Ray Night Dive

I set out with PADI on a photo expedition to Kona, Hawaii to experience the famous Manta Ray Night Dive, and it was nothing short of magical.

Sun, sand and sharks: Dive the Maldives

This small island nation off the southern tip of Sri Lanka is quickly becoming one of the premier dive destinations in the world. The warm...

Manta Rays Fly High in Indonesia

On 21st February, 2014 the government of Indonesia declared the entire Archipelago as a Manta Ray Sanctuary.  This new protection for these gentle giants of the...
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