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6 days ago · Manta ray, also known as devil ray, is a type of marine ray with large pectoral fins and cephalic fins. Learn about its features, habitat, behavior, and conservation status from Britannica.
- The Editors of Encyclopaedia Britannica
12 hours ago · also known as the Black Devilfish or the Black Dascyllus, is a small marine fish that belongs to the family Pomacentridae. These fish are found throughout the Indo-Pacific region, from the Red Sea and the Persian Gulf to Japan and Australia. They are a popular species among aquarists, and can often be seen in home aquariums.
Jun 19, 2024 · The giant Pacific octopus lives in temperate waters in the Pacific Ocean, ranging from Alaska all the way to Baja California. They can be found west to the Aleutian Islands and south to Japan. They’re found at a variety of depths, from shallow water to up to 4,900 feet deep. THREATS AND CONCERNS.
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Jun 26, 2024 · One of the most fearsome creatures believed to haunt the seas was the manta ray, also known as the devilfish or sea devil. Sailors believed that these majestic creatures had the power to attach themselves to a ship’s anchor and drag it down to Davy Jones’ Locker.
3 days ago · Currently, it is listed as endangered, which is mostly due to bycatch mortality in unrelated fisheries. It is also known as the blanket fish, sea devil, giant manta, and giant devil ray. They are frequently seen in tropical and subtropical waters. They are regarded as one of the largest rays.
5 days ago · devilfish, manta, manta ray extremely large pelagic tropical ray that feeds on plankton and small fishes; usually harmless but its size make it dangerous if harpooned Cite this entry
Jun 16, 2024 · Whalers nicknamed the species “devilfish” because the whales fought ferociously when harpooned or to protect their calves. Nonetheless, other characteristics made them a desirable target. Because gray whales travel close to shore on their migrations, they have always been vulnerable to hunting.
