Mobulas: The Disappearing Aquatic Wonders of the Gulf of California

Mobulas: The Disappearing Aquatic Wonders of the Gulf of California
  • Mobulas are at risk of disappearing due to targeted fishing, bycatch, and climate change
  • Conservation efforts are underway to protect mobulas
  • Mobulas are found in the eastern Pacific Ocean, from Peru to Mexico
  • They are known for their impressive leaps out of the water
  • Mobulas can form massive aggregations in the sea, with thousands of individuals
  • Their reproduction rate is slow, making them vulnerable to extinction
Mobulas are a type of elasmobranch, a subclass of fish that includes sharks, skates, and sawfish. They are known for their impressive leaps out of the water and are found in the eastern Pacific Ocean. However, their populations are declining rapidly due to targeted fishing, bycatch, and climate change. Conservationists are working to protect mobulas by tracking their movements, studying their behavior, and involving fishermen in their conservation. The Mobula Conservation research collaboration is leading the effort to save these incredible animals.