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The Dance of the Mantas — Courtship Rituals Explained


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Beneath the Maldivian waves, manta rays perform one of the ocean’s most mesmerizing rituals — a graceful, high-speed courtship known as the “mating train.”
 In this episode, we explore the science, symbolism, and beauty behind the manta’s underwater dance: how females lead, how males compete, and why this ritual is crucial to their survival.

Because in the language of the ocean, love doesn’t need words — just rhythm, grace, and a little saltwater magic.



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Inside OutBy Author AP MV