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Dozens of Endangered Butterfly Rays Gather Off Israel's Northern Coast
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Dozens of endangered spiny butterfly rays were spotted gathering in shallow waters off Israel's northern coast near Shavei Zion. Marine rangers from the Israel Nature and Parks Authority documented the unusual sight, which experts believe may be related to courtship and reproduction. The spiny butterfly ray is critically endangered in the Mediterranean, and the INPA is urging the public to observe them from a distance to avoid disturbing their natural behavior.
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- Dozens of endangered spiny butterfly rays gathered in shallow waters off Israel's northern coast.
- The unusual gathering was documented by marine rangers from the Israel Nature and Parks Authority.
- Experts believe the gathering may be related to courtship and reproduction.
- The spiny butterfly ray is critically endangered in the Mediterranean.
- The INPA urges the public to observe the rays from a safe distance.
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