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Giant oceanic manta ray: size, dimension and comparison

The adopted reference is about 6 m.

representative disc width

6 m = 600 cm. A meter contains 100 centimeters, or 1,000 millimeters.

Its large pectoral fins form underwater wings.

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Giant oceanic manta ray, interpreted illustration
Interpreted illustration · dimension stated in the fact sheet.

What does this number measure?

Its large pectoral fins form underwater wings. Displayed dimension: representative disc width.

Compare the stated dimensions

The comparison uses the number in each fact sheet: altitude, height, diameter, length or distance, depending on the reference. Two values in metres do not necessarily describe the same property.

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Source and limitations

Catalogue value to check against the source; not individually audited.

Naturalistic illustration of a giant manta ray; anatomy, texture and coloration are interpreted, not photographic.