Endangered
Whale Shark
Rhincodon typus
The largest living fish, a gentle filter feeder that eats plankton and small fish.
Category
Fish
Habitat
Tropical ocean
Diet
Filter feeder
Lifespan
70–100+ years estimated
Size
Length 8–12 m commonly; can exceed 18 m
Scientific Name
Rhincodon typus
About Whale Shark
The largest living fish, a gentle filter feeder that eats plankton and small fish.
Fun Fact
Whale sharks have spot patterns that are unique to each individual.
Where Whale Shark Lives
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Ningaloo Reef, Australia
, Mexico
Yucatán, Mexico
, Mexico