It’s been quite a while since I last saw a Manta Ray while snorkeling, so I was thrilled a few days ago when I saw a familiar shape heading towards me. It was low down in the water and when it saw me it veered away a bit, carrying on at a good clip despite swimming into the current running that day.
The manta was big, with a 10 to 12 foot wingspan, and a lot of pale markings on top. It seemed in good shape though its left wingtip appeared to be permanently curled up. I hoped it might slow down or turn, but that was not to be and it soon disappeared to the south.
Graham's Island 
Fabulous encounter, pity it went the other way too fast
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Any encounter is a gift, however brief.
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I am scared of these!
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No need to be. They only eat plankton and don’t have stinging barbs so they’re about as harmless as it gets.
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Thank you for that! I learned something new then!
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One of the things I like about photography and blogging!
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That is true ☺️
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