Spotted Eagle Ray, Wolf Island, Galapagos. The Spotted Markings Might Be For Camouflage Or To Confuse Predators Such As Sharks That Prey On Them. Very Distinct Rays They Can Frequently Be Sighted Feeding Along Shallow Reef And Sand Areas, Using The Box Like Snout To Break Off Barnacles And Then Crush Them With Powerful Jaws

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