Cartilaginous Fish Collection (page 12)

A Southern Stingray on the sandy bottom off the coast of Panama City, Florida
A Southern Stingray (Dasyatis americana) rests on the sandy bottom of a reef at 90 feet deep in Gulf waters eight miles off the coast of Panama City, Florida

Sand Tiger Shark in blue water off coast of North Carolina

Caribbean reef shark, West Caicos, Turks and Caicos
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A yellow stingray swims beneath a pier off the coast of Belize
A yellow stingray (Urobatis jamaicensis) swims beneath a pier in the waters off the coast of Belize. This small but beautiful stingray is quite common on sandy habitats throughout the Caribbean Sea

Diving with oceanic whitetip sharks, Cat Island, Bahamas

A manta ray swims through a current-swept channel in Indonesia
A manta ray (Manta alfredi) swims through a current-swept channel in Komodo National Park, Indonesia. This tropical region in Indonesia is known for its spectacular coral reefs

Whale shark swimming up to the surface, silhouetted against sunrays and fishing nets, Cenderawasih Bay, West Papua, Indonesia

Oceanic whitetip shark, Cat Island, Bahamas

Close-up view of a female Southern Atlantic Stingray, Grand Cayman

A Whitetip Reef Shark laying on the sany bottom off the coast of Fiji
A Whitetip Reef Shark laying on the bottom in the sand and looking up at the above approaching photographer in the clear South Pacific ocean off Likuri Island, Fiji

Whale Shark
The whale shark is a slow-moving filter feeder and can grow up to 12.65 meters or 41.50 feet

Sand Tiger shark swims by the wreck of USCGC Spar off coast of North Carolina

A curious oceanic whitetip shark, Cat Island, Bahamas

Caribbean reef shark, Nassau, The Bahamas

Underside view of a tiger shark. The tiger shark is a large predatory fish that lives in temperate and tropical ocean waters

Spotted Eagle Rays glide effortlessly through the water, Bonaire, Caribbean Netherlands

Whale shark with remora, its body reflected on the surface, Cenderawasih Bay, West Papua, Indonesia

Large whale shark coming up to siphon water from the surface while divers look on, Cenderawasih Bay, West Papua, Indonesia

Whale shark breaching the surface, Cenderawasih Bay, Indonesia
Whale shark breaching the surface, gulping water, Cenderawasih Bay, West Papua, Indonesia

Manta Rays, Komodo, Indonesia

A reef manta ray swims past a coral reef in the Solomon Islands
A reef manta ray (Manta alfredi) swims past a coral reef in the Solomon Islands. This region, in the eastern part of the Coral Triangle

Manta ray gliding through sunburst, San Benedicto Island, Mexico

Whale shark breaching the surface while gulping water under fishing nets, with multiple reflections on the surface, Cenderawasih Bay, West Papua, Indonesia

Sand tiger shark swims in blue water off coast of North Carolina

Tiger Shark
The Tiger Shark is a large macropredator which can attain a length of 5 meters or 16 feet and is found in tropical and temperate waters

Underside view of a giant oceanic manta ray, Raja Ampat, Indonesia
Underside view of a giant oceanic manta ray (Manta birostris), Dampier Strait, Raja Ampat, West Papua, Indonesia

Black and grey spotted marble sand ray, , Maldives
Black and grey spotted marble sand ray, Ari and Male Atoll, Maldives

Scalloped hammerhead sharks swim near Cocos Island, Costa Rica
Scalloped hammerhead sharks swim in deep water near Cocos Island, Costa Rica. This remote and beautiful Pacific island is famous for its healthy fish and shark populations

A giant oceanic manta ray with distinct markings, topside view
A giant oceanic manta ray (Manta birostris) with beautiful distinct markings, topside view, Dampier Strait, Raja Ampat, West Papua, Indonesia

Gray Reef Shark, Kimbe Bay, Papua New Guinea
Gray reef shark (Carcharhinus amblyrhynchos), Fathers reef, Kimbe Bay, Papua New Guinea

Pair of whale sharks sucking at fishing nets for scraps of fish, Cenderawasih Bay, West Papua, Indonesia

Diver swimming with an oceanic whitetip shark, Cat Island, Bahamas

A great hammerhead shark at Bimini in the Bahamas
A great hammerhead shark (Sphyrna mokarran) at Bimini in the Bahamas

Spotted Eagle Ray glides over the wall, Eagle Ray Pass, Grand Cayman

Whale shark with remora, Cenderawasih Bay, Indonesia
Whale shark with remora, its body reflected on the surface, Cenderawasih Bay, West Papua, Indonesia

Whale shark swimming around near the surface under fishing nets, Cenderawasih Bay, West Papua, Indonesia

Oceanic blacktip shark with remora and pilot fish, Aliwal Shoal, South Africa
An oceanic blacktip shark swims by with remora and pilot fish in tow, Aliwal Shoal, Umkoms, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Blind shark, Blue Zoo Aquarium, Beijing, China

Head of a whitetip reef shark at Cocos Island, Costa Rica
Head of a whitetip reef shark (Triaenodon obesus) at Cocos Island, Costa Rica

Nurse shark with a deformed lip from a hook, Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands

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"Exploring the Enigmatic World of Cartilaginous Fish: From Greenland Sharks to Manta Rays" A mesmerizing encounter: a Greenland shark (Somniosus microcephalus) with a parasitic copepod (Ommatokoita elongata) clinging onto its body, showcasing the intricate relationships within the underwater realm. The tranquil beauty of dawn reveals a Southern stingray (Dasyatis americana) gracefully gliding over sand in shallow water, painting an ethereal picture of serenity. An illustrated side view unveils the captivating features of a small-spotted catshark (Scyliorhinus canicula), highlighting its unique characteristics that make it an intriguing member species. Behold the majestic presence of a Manta ray as it effortlessly navigates through ocean currents, displaying elegance and grace that captivates all who witness this magnificent creature. With its mouth wide open, a Great hammerhead shark (Sphyrna mokarran) feeds voraciously in shallow waters, reminding us of their vital role in maintaining balance within marine ecosystems. Witnessing the sheer grandeur of Giant Manta Rays (Manta birostris) near San Benedicto Island in Revillagigedo Archipelago is an awe-inspiring experience that leaves one humbled by nature's wonders. In the vast expanse of Pacific Ocean near Malapascua Island, Philippines, a Pelagic thresher shark (Alopias pelagicus) gracefully swims through open waters - embodying both power and grace simultaneously. Spotting Spotted eagle rays (Aetobatus narinari) elegantly swimming off Hawaii's coast reminds us why these creatures are often considered nature's living artwork – their beauty knows no bounds.