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Unexpected Eagle Ray Encounters
19 October 2025 · 7 min · 2K views · The Bahamas
What this video covers
Daniel and Nicole encounter a group of large eagle rays while anchored in a tidal cut within the Exuma Islands, Bahamas.0:12 The rays, estimated at approximately 100 pounds each and eight feet across, initially appear to be manta rays due to their size.6:28 The pair uses a drone to observe the rays from above before entering the water to swim alongside them.0:49 They utilise Subnado underwater scooters to navigate the swift current of the cut, which eventually becomes too strong to swim against without propulsion.5:56 The Subnado units also provide jet power to assist with paddleboarding.5:35 The encounter highlights the high density of marine life in the Exumas and the utility of handheld underwater propulsion devices for tandem diving in current-prone areas.5:49
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