What is another word for manta?
Pronunciation: [mˈantə] (IPA) 
Manta, or a type of fish in the ray family, has several synonyms. It's also known as devilfish, sea bat, and flying ray due to its unique flattened body and wing-shaped fins that make it look like it's flying through the water. Some people also refer to it as a blanket fish due to its large size and resemblance to a blanket floating in the ocean. The manta ray has been called the bird of the sea, and its shape also led some people to refer to it as the ocean sunfish. Whatever name you choose to call it, the manta ray is a fascinating and majestic creature that inspires awe and wonder in all who see it.
