Watch the short film above to find out who we are and what we do.
Manta and devil rays are among the most charismatic creatures in our oceans. With the largest brain of all fish, their intelligence and curiosity make encounters with these animals a truly amazing experience. Despite their popularity with divers and snorkelers, many aspects of their lives remain a mystery. More worryingly, targeted and bycatch fisheries for these animals have had devastating impacts on populations around the world. Manta and devil rays have arguably become some of the most threatened fish in our seas.
The Manta Trust was founded in order to turn the tide for these enigmatic rays, by co-ordinating global research and conservation efforts around manta rays, their relatives, and their habitats.
Help us create a lasting future for manta rays
Join The Cyclone, and become part of a community of supporters investing in the conservation of the ocean’s manta rays, their relatives, and their habitats.
Our Approach
The Manta Trust takes a multidisciplinary approach to conservation.
We focus on conducting robust RESEARCH to inform important marine management decisions. With a network of over 20 projects worldwide, we specialise in COLLABORATING with multiple parties to drive conservation as a collective; from NGOs and governments, to businesses and local communities. Finally, we place considerable effort into raising awareness of the threats facing mantas by EDUCATING people about the solutions needed to conserve these animals, and the wider underwater world.
RESEARCH
EDUCATION
COLLABORATION
OUR IMPACT
We don't just talk about change and conservation - we help make it happen!
Support Us
We are working towards a sustainable future for the oceans where manta rays and their relatives thrive in healthy, diverse marine ecosystems, but we cannot do it without your help.
ADOPT A MANTA
Whether for yourself, a friend, or a loved one, our digital adoption packs make the perfect gift - an opportunity to learn about these gentle giants, whilst supporting global efforts to research and protect them.
