Every day, Manta comes alive more and more at SeaWorld San Diego: Riding testing on this double-launch coaster has begun; 100,000 gallons of water have filled the aquarium that will eventually house dozens of rays and hundreds of fishes; the ray-themed video that will envelope riders as they begin their immersion into the world of rays has been installed in the launch station; and much of the scenic elements are in place, such as the iconic rockwork and Manta sign and some of the landscaping elements.

Check out sugar gliders at SeaWorld San Diego's Animal Connections.

Get to know this little tawny frogmouth at the Explorer's Aviary at Discovery Cove!

This bug-eyed little guy is too cute for words!