1. Spotted eagle rays have been observed congregating in large schools.
2. Spotted eagle rays are often observed cruising close to the surface. They are also known to "porpoise" - or leap - out of the water.
3. As with other ray species, spotted eagle rays possess flat plates of teeth which are used to crush the hardened shells of preys items such as bivalves and crustaceans.
4. For more information about sharks & rays, explore the Sharks & Rays InfoBook.