Giant Manta Ray
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10% of proceeds are donated to marine conservation efforts.
San Benedicto Island, Mexico // Revillagigedo archipelago is a grouping of volcanic islands offshore of Baja California. These islands intersect with currents that bring in large aggregations of megafauna, including Giant Manta Rays. These graceful creatures, with up to a 23ft wingspan, are on the endangered species list. They are threatened by overfishing, bycatch, marine debris, entanglements, etc. In 2017, the Mexican government expanded the protected area surrounding the islands to create the largest protected marine reserve in North America. The success of this MPA was evident to me the moment I dipped below the surface. The amount of life was spectacular, and it became hard to know where exactly to look at any given moment. I hope more areas can become protected so that this beautiful species can thrive.