It was the first time the fish had been seen on the beach for six years, according to a local video report
Reaching up to 17ft in length, Mobulas are of a similar appearance to the more well-known Manta Rays
They can weigh more than 12 stone and sell for around five shekels (£0.90) per pound in local markets
Rays expert says blood on their pectoral fins may have come from slapping something such as boats
On the beach: Palestinian fishermen were pictured with dozens of Mobula Ray fish that were washed up on the beach in Gaza City and carted off to market
