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15th Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Natural World
Giant Pacific Manta Ray

The Giant Pacific Manta Ray, with a wing span of up to 7 meters is the largest ray in the world. At Revillagigedos Islands, Mexico, these gentle giants are particularly friendly with divers, often coming up close and personal to eyeball the strange bubble blowing creatures.

Photo Detail
Date Taken: 04.2015
Date Uploaded: 09.2017
Photo Location: Cabo San Lucas, Mexico
Camera: Canon EOS 5D Mark III
Copyright: © Mok Wai Hoe