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English: This whale shark is on Murat Road, in Exmouth WA, next to the petrol station and, unusually for Australia’s big things, is probably smaller than the real thing. Date 1 June 2024
whaleshark.org, wildbook for whale sharks Sharkbook is a global database for identifying and tracking sharks , particularly whale sharks , using uploaded photos and videos.In addition to identifying and tracking sharks, the site allows people to "adopt a shark" and get updates on specific animals.
The whale shark (Rhincodon typus) is a slow-moving, filter-feeding carpet shark and the largest known extant fish species. The largest confirmed individual had a length of 18.8 m (61.7 ft). [8] The whale shark holds many records for size in the animal kingdom, most notably being by far the most massive living non-cetacean animal.
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Whale shark at the reef located off the Ningaloo Coast A manta ray with remoras at Ningaloo Reef. Part of the coral reef pictured underwater in 2012. A large clam pictured underwater in 2012. The Ningaloo Coastline, in 2012. Divers explore a ship wreck adjacent to the coral reef. Stegostoma fasciatum (zebra shark) pictured on the reef in 2007.
A dozen gray whales make their way into Puget Sound each spring. Nine have been spotted so far in 2024. Here’s where you can find them.
Relatively sedentary species, such as wobbegongs can live on feedings occurring once or twice weekly. [7] More active species may require to be fed three or four times per week to maintain satisfactory health. [7] Sharks living in cooler water have slower metabolisms than sharks in warmer water housings and therefore require less food. [7]