Rays
From graceful eagle rays cruising the blue to stingrays buried in sand, rays are always a highlight. Mantas at cleaning stations are the ultimate encounter. Give resting rays on the bottom a wide berth — a startled stingray can deliver a painful barb.
Last updated April 2026
Blue-spotted rayTaeniura lymma3 photos
A small ray with vivid electric-blue spots on a yellow-brown disc. One of the most photogenic rays on Red Sea reefs — unmistakable coloring.
Rests under table corals and in sandy patches between coral heads — venomous tail spine, so admire without touching or cornering.

© Jouni Kuisma

© Jouni Kuisma

© Jouni Kuisma
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