CITES protects manta rays
Manta rays have received protection against unsustainable international trade under CITES Appendix II.
Searching for Future Marine Leaders on World Oceans Day
To mark World Oceans Day we’re launching the search for this year’s MantaWatch interns, and we need your help!
Indonesia’s manta rays worth US$15 million per year
A new study in PLoS One shows that the value of manta ray fisheries is just 3% that of manta ray tourism.
The Amazing Flying Mantas of the Sea of Cortez
Every year, hundreds of mobula rays congregate in the Sea of Cortes to give one of the most spectacular performances on Earth. Antoni Murcia had a front row seat during his 2,000-mile expedition to traverse the Baja California by kayak.
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Indonesia calls for moratorium on manta fishing
Indonesia’s Minister of Marine Affairs and Fisheries called for a moratorium on targeted manta ray fisheries during Indonesia’s first symposium on shark and manta conservation.
What does CITES mean for mantas
A proposal to list manta rays under CITES Appendix II has been accepted, but what do these international trade regulations mean for the future of this threatened species
MantaWatch and Aquatic Alliance
MantaWatch and Aquatic Alliance joined forces to promote manta conservation in Komodo National Park last week.
