Dive Into World Manta Day This September 17!

Mark your calendars for World Manta Day on 17 September 2026, an annual celebration dedicated to protecting these graceful ocean giants! Both manta rays and their cousins, devil rays, face serious threats and are listed as endangered on the IUCN Red List—making conservation awareness more vital than ever. UK zoos and aquariums are joining the global movement to inspire visitors to become manta ray champions and help secure a safer future for these magnificent creatures.