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Atlantic manta

Mobula birostris

Endangered

About

The Atlantic manta (Mobula birostris) is a species in the genus Mobula. It is currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List. Native to Asia and Europe and South America, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Habitat & Distribution

Native to Asia and Europe and South America, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Distributed across Colombia, Norway, Taiwan, and Venezuela. Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇹🇼 Taiwan 🇳🇴 Norway 🇨🇴 Colombia 🇻🇪 Venezuela

Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Myliobatiformes (Myliobatiformes)

Species

Mobula birostris (Atlantic manta)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese Itomaki-ei

Spanish Manta

French Diable de mer

German Manta

Portuguese Arraia-dois-chifres

Russian манта

Arabic شيطان البحر المحيطي

Vietnamese Cá Nạng

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Atlantic manta?

The scientific name of Atlantic manta is Mobula birostris. It belongs to the genus Mobula.

What is the conservation status of Atlantic manta?

Atlantic manta (Mobula birostris) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Atlantic manta live?

Atlantic manta is found in Distributed across Colombia, Norway, Taiwan, and Venezuela. Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Colombia, Norway, Taiwan, Venezuela.

What family does Atlantic manta belong to?

Atlantic manta (Mobula birostris) belongs to the genus Mobula, which is part of the taxonomic family Myliobatidae.

Is Atlantic manta endangered?

Yes, Atlantic manta (Mobula birostris) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Atlantic manta belong to?

Atlantic manta (Mobula birostris) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (hewan).

What are the closest relatives of Atlantic manta?

The closest relatives of Atlantic manta in the genus Mobula include Pari lampengan, Atlantic devil ray, Chilean devil ray, Munk's devil ray, Devilray.