What rays live in the Great Barrier Reef?
What rays live in the Great Barrier Reef? See Sting Rays, Manta Rays and more of what the Great Barrier Reef has to offer. Day Tours to Lady Musgrave Island are available with Lady Musgrave Experience and offer you, your friends and family to experience one of the most pristine and beautiful locations of the Great Barrier Reef.
Can you swim in Great Barrier Reef?
Generally speaking, however, May to October is a great time to visit the reef as the water is still warm enough for a swim and the underwater visibility is at its best. The Great Barrier Reef is one of those places you must visit, whether you love the water or just want to see one of the great wonders of the world.
Why do manta rays live in the Great Barrier Reef?
Found in tropical, subtropical, and temperate oceans worldwide, manta rays are filter feeders that feast on the large amounts of zooplankton and coral spawn found along the Great Barrier Reef.
Are manta rays rare to see?
Giant oceanic manta rays are pretty rare; any diver or snorkelers who gets to witness one is a lucky person. Giant mantas are also known as oceanic manta rays, pelagic manta rays – or by their Latin name, mobula birostris.
Is manta ray aggressive?
The short answer is no; manta rays don't pose much of a threat to humans in terms of physical harm. Unlike other species such as sharks or stingrays, which may attack if provoked or startled, manta rays are typically passive and docile animals who do not display aggressive behavior towards people.
What to do if a manta ray approaches you?
It is best to approach mantas slowly from their side allowing the animal to see you while it can maintain a clear path of travel ahead. Never chase after a manta ray. If you stay still they often come back for a closer look at you. Like you and I, mantas appreciate their personal space.
Can you hug a manta ray?
Manta rays are a protected species in Hawaii and we absolutely do not allow any touching, chasing, or harassing of the manta rays.