Manta rays also have the largest brain of any fish. It’s an exciting result, but one that needs to be taken with a grain of salt. Mirror tests are not definitive tests of self-awareness.

While large manta rays may look intimidating, these animals are harmless to humans and are known for their intelligence. You Might Like Bryce Dallas Howard Explores the 'Magic, Mischief and Love ...

When asked if Manta Rays are dangerous Pate replied, "No! Manta Rays cannot hurt you, they have no stinging barb, they are very gentle giants."And they play a giant role in the ecosystem of the ocean.

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“We are fortunate that manta rays in Hawaiʻi are protected against being captured or killed, but they are still vulnerable to human-made threats,” said Dr. Mark Deakos, coauthor and Director ...

Manta rays weren't listed as federally threatened until 2018, which may be one reason for a lack of research, Horn said. Marshall, Pate's co-author, was the first person to earn a Ph.D. studying ...

Scientists and governments are calling for the strongest international protections yet for sharks and rays, citing unsustainable trade as a key threat.

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