109 Stingray Gliding Through The Water Images and Stock Photos

Manta Ray swimming under sun beams amongst school of fish in deep blue ocean

In the shallow embrace of sun-dappled waters, two stingrays share the stage with a nurse shark, one daringly placing its mouth over the shark's back in a moment of unusual interaction. This scene, set against a backdrop of whispering seagrass, captures the complexity and unpredictability of marine relationships, illuminated by the natural spotlight of streaming sunlight.

Here we see the Blue Spotted Stingray (Neotrygon kuhlii). These threatened species Stingrays are a rare site. Due to being over fished by bottom trawlers. Getting close to witness this animal behaviour is difficult without scaring them. The blue spots are a sign of its highly venomous stinging tail barbs. Image taken at Phi Phi, Krabi, Thailand. Sony mirrorless camera in underwater housing and dual Scubalamp V6k pro lights used.

Mekong river giant freshwater stingray gliding through sandy water, selective focus.

Sunlit Manta Ray swimming through school of fish in deep blue ocean

A stingray moves smoothly through a vibrant underwater habitat filled with assorted sea plants and textured rocks.

A stingray swimming through water, side view, one animal, square composition.

One Blue Spotted Stingray (Neotrygon kuhlii). These threatened species Stingrays are a rare site. Their blue spots are a sign of its highly venomous stinging tail barbs. Image taken at Phi Phi, Krabi, Thailand.

Cute manta ray seamless pattern. Marine life in ocean concept.

giant freshwater stingray found in large rivers and estuaries in Southeast Asia and Borneo

Stingray gliding over sandy seabed, textured underwater light, muted brown tones

Manta Ray swimming in dark blue ocean waters surrounded by school of fish

stingray in a shallow water, Isla Contoy, Mexico

A graceful ray glides effortlessly through the clear waters of an aquarium, its wings undulating like silk. The image captures the smooth, fluid motion of this elegant marine creature, with light filtering through the water to create shimmering patterns on its body. A mesmerizing look at ocean life in a controlled environment.

Stingray fish swims stealthily near the bottom

Here we see the Blue Spotted Stingray (Neotrygon kuhlii). These threatened species Stingrays are a rare site. Due to being over fished by bottom trawlers. Getting close to witness this animal behaviour is difficult without scaring them. The blue spots are a sign of its highly venomous stinging tail barbs. Image taken at Phi Phi, Krabi, Thailand. Sony mirrorless camera in underwater housing and dual Scubalamp V6k Pro lighting used.

A bluespotted stingray, whose poisonous spines can inflict very painful wounds, plies the shallows. Coffs Harbour, New South Wales, Australia

A unique upside-down view of a stingray gliding underwater inside a large public aquarium, showcasing its textured underside, fin structure, soft blue lighting, and peaceful marine atmosphere, ideal for themes of sea life, wildlife, marine biology, education, underwater exploration, aquariums, and clean copy space

Stingray gliding underwater above a coral reef in a tropical ocean environment. Marine wildlife scene showing aquatic life, biodiversity, and natural underwater ecosystem with copy space.

Stingray swimming in crystal clear shallow water

Stingray swimming in crystal clear shallow water

A stingray swims gracefully across the sandy bottom of an aquarium, surrounded by various rocks and marine plants, showcasing its unique features and patterns.

Stingray swimming in crystal clear shallow water

Sunlight ripples as a stringray glides along the Caribbean ocean floor

Manta Ray and Other Fish in an Aquarium. Oceanarium Lisbon Portugal.

A stingray sweeps over the seagrass, its wings rippling through the shallow water as sun rays pierce the surface, casting a luminous glow on its back. This serene moment captures the delicate balance of light and life, a dance of shadows and sunshine on the ocean's verdant stage.

Beneath the shimmering ballet of sunlight, a stingray embarks on a silent journey across a bed of seagrass. The rays trace patterns of gold on its back, highlighting the graceful contours of its form as it moves, a serene navigator in the tranquil, underwater world.

Close-up view of a stingray with its distinctive wing-like fins, effortlessly swimming above the sandy seabed.

Stingray gliding along bottom of ocean floor.

Close-up view of a stingray with its distinctive wing-like fins, effortlessly swimming above the sandy seabed.

A close-up of a graceful stingray swimming gracefully, its lower body and mouth in blue water.

Sea life animal. Underwater creature vector illustration in hand drawn minimal style.

stingray and triggerfish in a shallow water on the Isla Contoy, Mexico

This is the beautiful blue spotted stingray (Neotrygon kuhlii) or Kuhl's stingray, rearing up off the Ocean bed in the Andaman Sea, Thailand, readying itself to swim away. This creature is a type of Elasmobranch, or Elasmobranchii, which are the group containing Sharks and Rays. These rays have a lifespan of between ten to thirteen years, their greatest threat is habitat and coral reef destruction.

Belize Barrier Reef

sketch of several manta rays swimming gracefully, showcasing their broad wings and distinctive tails.

A ray gliding over sandy seabed and coral reef at Lady Elliot Island, Australia, in clear blue tropical water.

sketch of several manta rays swimming gracefully, showcasing their broad wings and distinctive tails.

Calm tropical water surrounds stingray as it glides low above the ocean floor.

Tropical underwater scene captures stingray cruising low above the seabed in clear coastal waters.

A graceful ray glides effortlessly through the clear waters of an aquarium, its wings undulating like silk. The image captures the smooth, fluid motion of this elegant marine creature, with light filtering through the water to create shimmering patterns on its body. A mesmerizing look at ocean life in a controlled environment.

Lying flush against the ocean floor, a stingray merges seamlessly with the sandy bottom. Its presence is betrayed only by the faint outline of its body against the textured seabed, a master of disguise in its sandy domain. This image captures the stingray's subtle art of camouflage, a survival tactic honed through evolution in the vast, open waters.

Shot of a sting ray gliding along the ocean floor

On the sandy ocean floor, a Pacific stingray lies in wait, its muted hues and smooth contours blending effortlessly with the grains beneath. In the still waters off the coast of Mexico, it embodies the spirit of the sea: silent, watchful, and eternally patient