Synonyms of manta rays

manta rays

noun

plural of manta ray

as in rays

any of several extremely large rays

the manta ray blended in beautifully with the sandy ocean floor

Synonyms & Similar Words

• rays
• sea devils
• devilfishes
• skates
• mantas

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of manta rays

Go snorkeling with manta rays and angelfish on the Mesoamerican Reef (the world’s second largest). — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 Oct. 2026

Tiny, microscopic plankton grow, feeding larger plankton that are eaten by many species, including fish and manta rays. — Lauren Sommer, NPR, 13 Oct. 2026

Real manta rays propel themselves by rhythmically flapping and undulating their enormous pectoral fins. — New Atlas, 8 Sep. 2026

Nusa Lembongan, the neighboring island connected by the landmark 450-foot-long Yellow Bridge, is where scuba divers seek encounters with manta rays and whales, and snorkeling enthusiasts can spend hours floating above vibrant coral reefs. — Norm Bour, Travel + Leisure, 1 Sep. 2026

The film also traces Kennedy’s redemption from a troubled past that included the Hells Angels and time in prison, while highlighting the growing threats facing manta rays and the urgency of protecting them. — Maya Santiago, San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 Aug. 2026

While beneficial for the sharks, the impact on manta rays is unclear, potentially causing stress or disrupting their natural cleaning. — Melissa Cristina Márquez, Forbes.com, 28 July 2026