Rhincodon typus

Whale Shark

8-12 metri
70-100+ ani
Amenințat
Despre

Whale Shark

The whale shark is the largest fish in the ocean, reaching lengths of up to 12 metres or more. Despite their enormous size, these gentle giants feed exclusively on plankton and small fish, filtering vast quantities of water through their huge mouths.

Dimensiune

8-12 metri (până la 18m recorded)

Greutate

11,000-20,000 kg

Durata de viață

70-100+ ani

Statut

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Unde le găsești

Cele mai bune locații de scufundare

Insulele GalapagosMaldive (south Ari Atoll)Donsol, FilipineOslob, FilipineNingaloo Reef, AustraliaIsla Holbox, MexicIsla Mujeres, MexicUtila, HondurasGladden Spit, BelizeTofo Beach, MozambicMarea Roșie, EgiptMafia Island, TanzaniaThailanda (koh Tao, Similan Islands)

Sfaturi de scufundare

Keep a respectful distance (3m minimum). Never touch or ride whale sharks. Swim alongside, not directly at them. Use reef-safe sunscreen as they feed near the surface.

Cel mai bun sezon

June-September (Galápagos), varies by location

Habitat

Warm tropical and temperate oceans worldwide, often near the surface

Dietă

Plankton, fish eggs, small fish, and squid
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Curiozități

1

Whale sharks have over 3,000 tiny teeth, but they're filter feeders

2

Each whale shark has a unique pattern of spots like a fingerprint

3

They can live for over 100 years

4

Females can carry up to 300 embryos at different stages of development

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