manta rays

A form of manta ray — Any of several very large pelagic rays formerly of the genus Manta, now placed in genus Mobula, with winglike pectoral fins, a long tail, and two fins resembling horns that project from the head.

Meanings

noun
  1. pluralplural of manta ray
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