JOURNAL ARTICLE

Opportunistic sightings of manta rays on Brazil's Amazon Coast.

  • Published In: Journal of Fish Biology, 2024, v. 104, n. 5. P. 1611 1 of 3

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  • Authored By: Bucair, Nayara; Dias, Héllida Negrão; Nunes, Ana Rita Onodera Palmeira; Coelho, Keyton Kylson Fonseca; de Brito, Rafaela Maria Serra; de Luna Sales, João Bráullio; Rincon, Getulio; Francini‐Filho, Ronaldo Bastos; Dias, June Ferraz; Cintra, Israel H. A.; Nunes, Jorge Luiz Silva 3 of 3

Abstract

Little is known about the ecology and distribution of mobulid rays along Brazil's extensive coastline. Here we report opportunistic sightings of manta rays (Mobula cf. birostris) in the Brazilian Amazon estuaries and the Great Amazon Reef System. These sightings consist of manta ray individuals stranded in tide pools, caught in artisanal fisheries, and footage obtained with a submersible. Future investigations on the spatial, temporal, and environmental drivers of manta rays' distribution on the northern Brazilian coast and the threats posed by fishing gear are warranted. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Additional Information

  • Source:Journal of Fish Biology. 2024/05, Vol. 104, Issue 5, p1611
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Zoology
  • Publication Date:2024
  • ISSN:0022-1112
  • DOI:10.1111/jfb.15593
  • Accession Number:177378171
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