“Belly of the Ocean” captures the playful behavior of a Reef Manta Ray (Mobula alfredi) performing the elegant maneuver known as a “barrel roll.” These graceful looping movements can often be observed in the waters of the Maldives when the animals are feeding on plankton in the open ocean. Researchers also believe that these and other majestic motions may serve as a form of communication between the mantas. A breathtaking moment of grace and serenity, captured and preserved on premium fine art print paper.
