MantaMatcher

You can help photograph,
identify and protect mantas and other rays!



How it works

11,991 identified individuals

40,962 reported encounters

178 contributors


Why we do this

“MantaMatcher will revolutionize global research on these threatened rays and help change the way field researchers approach scientific research on wild animals by means of successful and meaningful public involvement.” - Dr. Andrea Marshall, co-founder

I want to know more

How can I help out of the water

If you are not getting into the blue, there are still other ways to get engaged.

Adopt a manta

  • Support individual research programs in different regions
  • Receive email updates when we resight your adopted manta
  • Display your photo and a quote on the manta’s page in our database
Learn more about adopting a manta

Meet an adopter:Matteo Vaudan

Seeing these beautiful, gentle giants in person was unbelievable. It is important we take action to help these creatures and the environment they live in - their health and wellbeing is a signifier of the health of our oceans.