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EarthX Website: https://earthxmedia.com/   Have you ever wondered why manta rays are always in motion? Blowfish reveals the heartbreaking reason why manta rays must keep swimming.   This clip comes from "Ocean Wonders" Season 1, Episode 2: "Manta Rays and Boxer Crabs."   About "Ocean Wonders:"  Heavy-metal marine biologist, Tom “the Blowfish” Hird, comes face to face with incredible sea creatures and conducts mind-blowing experiments to reveal the secrets and mysteries of our oceans.    Watch "Ocean Wonders" Wednesdays on EarthX.    EarthX  Love Our Planet.  The Official Network of Earth Day.    About Us:  At EarthX, we believe our planet is a pretty special place. The people, landscapes, and critters are likely unique to the entire universe, so we consider ourselves lucky to be here. We are committed to protecting the environment by inspiring conservation and sustainability, and our programming along with our range of expert hosts support this mission. We’re glad you’re with us.     EarthX is a media company dedicated to inspiring people to care about the planet. We take an omni channel approach to reach audiences of every age through its robust 24/7 linear channel distributed across cable and FAST outlets, along with dynamic, solution oriented short form content on social and digital platforms. EarthX is home to original series, documentaries and snackable content that offer sustainable solutions to environmental challenges. EarthX is the only network that delivers entertaining and inspiring topics that impact and inspire our lives on climate and sustainability.       EarthX Website: https://earthxmedia.com/    Follow Us:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/earthxmedia/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/earthxmedia  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EarthXMedia/  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@earthxmedia  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@EarthXMedia      How to watch:   United States:   - Spectrum  - AT&T U-verse (1267)  - DIRECTV (267)  - Philo  - FuboTV  - Plex  - Fire TV   #EarthDay #Environment #Sustainability #Eco-friendly #Conservation #EarthxTV #EarthX

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00:00Meet the manta ray.

00:09There are two distinct species, reef manta rays and giant oceanic manta rays.

00:21These big beasties are giant by name and giant by nature.

00:26The mature females can grow to a whopping 8 meters, which is roughly the width of a

00:31tennis court.

00:35But the really distinctive thing about mantas is their body shape.

00:41Their unique shape is highly streamlined, making them some of the most efficient swimmers

00:46in the ocean.

00:47Plus their skeleton is made entirely of cartilage, which is lighter and more flexible than bone.

00:56But they aren't putting on this underwater ballet just for me.

01:01In fact, manta rays have to keep swimming to stay alive.

01:06But why?

01:11The reason is all to do with oxygen.

01:14As the manta ray swims forwards, the horn-like fins on the front of its face help to funnel

01:20a current of water into its mouth.

01:23Inside the mouth are five rows of gills, each is packed full of blood vessels which absorb

01:29oxygen from the water into the ray's bloodstream.

01:34The water is then expelled through the slits on the underside of its body.

01:40So the only way the manta rays can stay alive is constantly swimming forwards, to push new,

01:47oxygen-rich water over their gills.

01:50If they stop moving, they die.

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