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They are often seen while kayaking, snorkeling, or on panga excursions in the clear water. If you're on a diving cruise, you might get a close view of these graceful creatures. Rays in the Galápagos can frequently be observed from the cliffs of South Plaza Island, from the shores of Rabida Island, or in quiet lagoons surrounded by mangrove forests. The archipelago is home to several resident varieties:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cp>Golden Rays, named for their golden-colored tops, can be recognized by their blunt heads and long, whip-like tails. They vary in size, typically ranging from 3 to 4 feet across. While Golden Rays are often seen individually at Galápagos dive sites, they can also form large schools in calm, shallow lagoons, with Black Turtle Cove on Santa Cruz Island being a prime spot to witness these groups.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cp>Spotted Eagle Rays are characterized by their pointed heads and long tails with spiny tips, along with distinctive white spots on their black tops. 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