Raie Collection

Eagle ray, Myliobatis aquila, Myliobate eagle. Handcoloured copperplate stipple engraving from Jussieu's "
FLO4644844 Eagle ray, Myliobatis aquila, Myliobate eagle. Handcoloured copperplate stipple engraving from Jussieu's " Dictionary of Natural Sciences" 1816-1830

Devil fish or giant devil ray, Mobula mobular. Handcoloured copperplate stipple engraving from Jussieu's "
FLO4644832 Devil fish or giant devil ray, Mobula mobular. Handcoloured copperplate stipple engraving from Jussieu's " Dictionary of Natural Sciences" 1816-1830

Ray, raye bordee, Batoidea, (Platyrhina?). Handcoloured copperplate stipple engraving from Jussieu's "
FLO4644811 Ray, raye bordee, Batoidea, (Platyrhina?). Handcoloured copperplate stipple engraving from Jussieu's " Dictionary of Natural Sciences" 1816-1830

Variete of guitar ray, endemic to western Australia (Aptychotrema rostrata). Signed illustration RN (Richard Nodder)
FLO4680476 Variete of guitar ray, endemic to western Australia (Aptychotrema rostrata). Signed illustration RN (Richard Nodder)

Common stingray, Stingray or Common Pastenague, Dasyatis pastinaca. Handcoloured copperplate stipple engraving
FLO4644848 Common stingray, Stingray or Common Pastenague, Dasyatis pastinaca. Handcoloured copperplate stipple engraving from Jussieu's " Dictionary of Natural Sciences" 1816-1830

Thornback ray - Raja clavata (near threatened). Handcoloured lithograph from Carl Hoffmann's Book of the World
FLO4646436 Thornback ray - Raja clavata (near threatened). Handcoloured lithograph from Carl Hoffmann's Book of the World, Stuttgart

Dipturus batis 1, 2, long-nosed skate, Dipturus oxyrinchus 3, 4, eagle ray, Myliobatis aquila 5, stingray
FLO4573460 Dipturus batis 1, 2, long-nosed skate, Dipturus oxyrinchus 3, 4, eagle ray, Myliobatis aquila 5, stingray, Dasyatis pastinaca 6, thornback ray, Raja clavata 7, 7

Representation of a ray. Illustrated chart of a manuscript of Natural History by Ulisse Aldrovandi (1522-1605) on fish
VEN5029364 Representation of a ray. Illustrated chart of a manuscript of Natural History by Ulisse Aldrovandi (1522-1605) on fish, Ulisse Aldrovandi fonds, University Library of Bologna, ed

Manta Ray
Raie Manta nageant dans le magnifique lagon de Mayotte. Il n'est pas rare de les croiser pres de passes entre fevrier et juin.. Barathieu Gabriel

Manta Eclipse
Barathieu Gabriel

Manta Ray feeding
Barathieu Gabriel

Stingray city in Cayman Islands, Dyasatis Americana

Black-blotched stingray
Barathieu Gabriel

Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Raie; Skate; Roche (engraving)
7197316 Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Raie; Skate; Roche (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Raie; Skate; Roche)

Manta ray, Manta birostris, devil ray, Mobula mobular, and reef manta ray, Manta alfredi. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Dequevauviller after an illustration by Jean-Gabriel Pretre

Common stingray, thornback ray, and clubnose guitarfish
Common stingray, Dasyatis pastinaca, thornback ray, Raja clavata, and clubnose guitarfish, Glaucostegus thouin. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Dequevauviller after an illustration by

Thornback ray, torpedo, and eagle ray
Thornback ray, Raja clavata (Raia rubus), torpedo, Torpedo torpedo, and eagle ray, Myliobatis aquila. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Miss Coignet after an illustration by Jean-Gabriel Pretre

White skate (endangered) and devil ray
White skate, Rostroraja alba (endangered) 1, 2, and devil ray, Mobula mobular 3. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by V. Plee Jr

Black-blotched stingray
Barathieu Gabriel

Manta fly!!!
La nage gracieuse des raies mantas est certainement la plus belle nage du regne animal.... Barathieu Gabriel

Flying Manta ray
La grace de la nage des raie mantas est imcomparable. Me passant au dessus, j'ai eu un instant l'impression qu'elle volait. . Barathieu Gabriel

Dancing Manta
Une raie manta des rA©cifs (Manta Alfredi) nageant avec grace dans le lagon de Mayotte.. Barathieu Gabriel

Little Manta ray
Une jeune raie manta ayant trouvA© refuge dans une petite baie de Mayotte depuis quelques mois. Nourriture et protection sont au rendez-vous

Océanic Manta Ray
On ne s'en rend pas compte sur la photo, mais cette raie Manta OcA©anique est immense!!! Environ 6 mA┬¿tres d'envergure.. Barathieu Gabriel

A reef manta ray in Mayotte
Une magnifique raie manta de rA©cif dans le lagon de Mayotte.. Barathieu Gabriel

Ocean Manta Ray on the reef
Certainement l'une des plus belles photos de cette croisiA┬¿re, et l'un des plus beau moment aussi. Cette magnifique et gigantesque raie manta ocA©anique

Rog Batoidea Rajomorphii Rocche Raya Raie title
Rog (Batoidea or Rajomorphii), Rocche. / Raya. / Raie. (title on object), Rog. Numbered top right: 19. At the top the name in seven languages

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"Discover the Enigmatic World of Raie: From Black-blotched Stingrays to Flying Manta Rays. " Dive into the depths of the ocean and explore the fascinating realm of raie, a diverse family of rays that captivate with their unique characteristics. Let's embark on an underwater adventure as we uncover some intriguing hints about these magnificent creatures. Firstly, we encounter the black-blotched stingray, known for its striking appearance and graceful movements. With its dark markings contrasting against a lighter body, this ray is truly a sight to behold. Next up is the manta ray, often referred to as the gentle giant of the sea due to its enormous size and peaceful nature. Imagine swimming alongside these majestic beings in awe-inspiring encounters. For those seeking an extraordinary experience, Stingray City in Cayman Islands offers an unforgettable opportunity. Here, you can interact with friendly Southern stingrays in their natural habitat – a true paradise for both humans and rays alike. Delving deeper into our exploration, we stumble upon Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Raie; Skate; Roche (engraving), where intricate illustrations depict various species including mantas and skates. These depictions serve as visual reminders of how art intertwines with our understanding of marine life. Speaking of mantas, did you know that there are different types? The manta birostris or devil ray belongs to this group – showcasing impressive wing-like fins that allow them to glide effortlessly through water. Additionally, meet common stingrays like thornback rays and clubnose guitarfish who share habitats with other fascinating species. Venturing further into this enchanting world reveals more captivating members such as torpedo rays and eagle rays which display distinctive features like thorny tails or wingspan reminiscent of eagles soaring above. Sadly though, not all raies thrive today.