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Manta birostris classification of the manta ray: Kingdom: Animalia (animals)
Phylum: Chordata
SubPhylum: Vertebrata (vertebrates)
Class: Chondrichthyes (cartilaginous fish)
Subclass: Elasmobranchii (sharks and rays)
Superorder: Batoidea
Order: Myliobatiformes
Family: Myliobatidae (Eagle Rays),
Genus: Manta
Species: birostris
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Are manta rays big?
Yes .They are the largest of they ray species.
What is the largest type of ray?
Giant Oceanic Manta Ray The giant oceanic manta ray, giant manta ray, or oceanic manta ray, is a species of ray in the family Mobulidae, and the largest type of ray in the world. They are circumglobal and are typically found in tropical and subtropical waters, but can also be found in temperate waters. Until 2017, giant mantas were classified in the genus Manta, along with the smaller reef manta. DNA testing revealed that both species are more closely related to rays of the genus Mobula than previously thought. As a result, giant mantas were renamed Mobula birostris to reflect the new classification.
What type of animal is the Manta ray?
Manta rays are the largest of the ray family. They are closely related to sharks, but these animals are harmless to people. They do not sting and are usually indifferent to divers.
What is a female manta ray called?
what is a male manta ray called
Who would win in a fight pufferfish or manta ray?
manta ray
How does the Manta Ray behave?
The manta ray is a shy creature, but is respectful and harmless.
Is a manta ray an amphibian?
No a Manta is a shark.
What is a mantis ray?
There is no known animal called a "mantis ray." It is possible that you may be thinking of a manta ray, which is a large species of ray found in the ocean. Manta rays are known for their distinctive appearance and graceful swimming movements.
How does a manta ray raise its young?
A Manta Ray keeps its young underneath them at a times
What is the largest ray in the world?
The largest ray in the world is the manta ray, specifically the oceanic manta ray (Manta birostris). These gentle giants can have a wingspan of up to 29 feet (8.8 meters) and can weigh up to 5,300 pounds (2,400 kg).
What rhymes with anta?
Manta (as in Manta Ray), Santa.
What is the scientific name of a manta ray?
Manta birostris
