Whale shark filter-feeding in slow motion: A plankton's worst nightmare! Earlier this month, the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) released its latest red list assessment which has upgraded the whale shark from vulnerable to endangered. The organization cited fishing and ship strikes as key reasons the population has more than halved in the past 75 years. Whale sharks are one of only three filter-feeding sharks in the world, and are highly migratory animals, widely distribute

Tooth of giant sperm whale fossil found on Melbourne beach

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Meet the gentle giants of the sea. Whale Sharks are not only the largest fish in the ocean, reaching up to 18 meters (60 feet) in length, they’re also among the most peaceful! Check out five facts about Whale Sharks you might not have known: 🔹 Spot the Difference Every Whale Shark has a unique pattern of spots and stripes — just like a human fingerprint! Researchers use these markings to identify and track individuals in the wild. 🔹 Built-in Sensors Whale Sharks have special electroreceptors c