Major study reveals size of Seychelles manta ray population
A recent study conducted in Seychelles revealed that D’Arros Island and St. François Atoll are crucial for reef mantas, with 236 individuals identified between 2006 and 2018. The study used photo-identification and remote cameras to track the mantas’ behaviors, showing courtship displays and ‘crepuscular’ feeding habits. The research aims to understand their population and behaviors better to aid conservation efforts.
