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Giant manta rays swim directly in front of scuba photographer
Manta rays are among the most graceful and beautiful animals in the ocean. Growing to an enormous size, they can have wingspans greater than 7m (21 feet). Although they cannot sting and they are completely harmless to humans, their incredible size is intimidating and many people are struck with awe, and even apprehension when they cruise past closely. To see one face to face at such a close distance is a rare and memorable sight.
These scuba divers are exploring the shallows in Indonesia, hoping to see fish, turtles, and even mantas. They consider themselves extremely lucky to have two giant mantas swim casually past. One of them unrolls its cephalic fins, preparing to feed. It is completely unconcerned with the humans that are almost directly in its path. Highly intelligent, these animals are curious and it it possible that the manta actually wanted to have a close look as it passed.
A fully grown manta fears very little. Large sharks and orcas are the only animals in the ocean that can prey on them. Rapid swimmers, and highly maneuverable, mantas will flee from predators in an effort to avoid them. They are powerful enough to outswim most sharks and they are capable of rapidly diving deep enough to find safety.
For most scuba divers, an experience such as this one is a bucket list item and a breath takingly beautiful experience.
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