JOURNAL ARTICLE

Rescue method for a stranded giant manta ray (Mobula birostris).

  • Published In: Journal of Fish Biology, 2024, v. 104, n. 5. P. 1603 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Chupil, Henrique; Medeiros, Andrielli Maryan; Dopona, Alisson Peter Brito; Treza, Carolina de Castro; Pessi, Caroline Freitas; Pereira, Eduardo Roberto 3 of 3

Abstract

An opportunistic rescue of a stranded 6 m giant manta ray off Ilha Comprida, in São Paulo, southeastern Brazil, revealed a new technique for returning large bodied mobulid rays to the water once beached. The technique, adapted from protocols to move stranded cetaceans, was modified to suit the dorso‐ventrally compressed shape of mobulid rays and reduce damage to the animal while being pulled back into deeper water. The method and suggestions for its improvement have been described with the intention of assisting in the rescue of other stranded large mobulids. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Additional Information

  • Source:Journal of Fish Biology. 2024/05, Vol. 104, Issue 5, p1603
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Zoology
  • Publication Date:2024
  • ISSN:0022-1112
  • DOI:10.1111/jfb.15581
  • Accession Number:177378168
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