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Photograph Data Sheet
| Subject Description : |
Manta Ray (Manta birostris) Often found in tropical and coral reef waters, distinguishable by a pair of
protruding flaps at the front. These flaps used to be mistaken for horns, resulting in the
Manta being called the "Devil Ray". One of the largest of fishes, can grow to 6
m (20ft) across and weight over 2 tons. Harmless plankton feeder. |
| Photographer : |
Peter
Harrison |
| Location : |
Muiron Islands, Exmouth, Western Australia |
| Date : |
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| Camera / Lens : |
Nikonos V / 35 mm |
| Shutter Speed / Aperture : |
1/125 sec, f5.6, SB-102 |
| Film : |
Fuji Velvia ASA 50 |
| Depth : |
12 m (36 ft) |
| Other Comments : |
As in the photograph, Manta's are often accompanied by
Remora which hitch-hike on the Manta or swim in its shadow for
protection. |
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