Shortfin Devil Ray

The Shortfin Devil Ray (Mobula kuhlii) is a medium-sized pelagic ray found in tropical and subtropical Indo-West Pacific waters. It is characterized by its short head, small cephalic fins, and a white-tipped dorsal fin, and feeds primarily on plankton using filter-feeding techniques. This species exhibits varied social behaviors, including solitary foraging, small groups, schooling, and aggregating at cleaning stations.