Scientists suspect that the behavior could harm the manta rays, suggesting a complex relationship between remoras and their ...

The ocean’s so-called little hitchhikers may not always be just along for the ride.

The little fish, also known as a remoras, are hitchhikers who traverse the oceans by latching onto larger marine animals like ...

A study found remoras, known as suckerfish, were using a less-than-comfortable place to hitch a ride: the rear ends of manta ...

Remoras evolved to be clingy. The suction cup on their foreheads allows them to attach to larger animals like fridge magnets.

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Rare underwater sighting: Scientists recorded seven instances of remoras entering manta rays’ cloacas over 15 years, a behavior never before scientifically documented. Possible reasons why: ...