In a rare piece of good news in the marine world, scientists have found two diving areas where manta rays are thriving.

Off the coast of Ecuador, American scientists have identified a distinct population of oceanic manta rays that is more than 10 times larger than any other known subpopulation of the species.

Meanwhile, over in the Raja Ampat archipelago in Indonesia, reef manta ray populations have increased significantly.

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Used to dive off the Bay Islands.... those fellas will make you stop and stare in wonder.

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Aren't they marvelous?
I had to remind myself to breath as one passed directly over me and allowed me to rub his belly as he passed.

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