Whale shark

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).

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Whale shark
Environment

"Endangered Whale Shark Found on Gaza Shores: A Grim Reminder of Overfishing"

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