Whale sharks are found in tropical and warm seas worldwide, except the Mediterranean, and feed on small organisms like plankton and tiny fish. They’re not violent and are known as “gentle giants.” Despite their size, whale sharks face threats from bycatch and hunting for their meat and fins, leading them to be listed as an endangered species. #whaleshark #fish #fishofinstagram #fishoftheday #explorepage #funfact | Naturalist's Guide
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Whale sharks are found in tropical and warm seas worldwide, except the Mediterranean, and feed on small organisms like plankton and tiny fish. They’re not violent and are known as “gentle giants.” Despite their size, whale sharks face threats from bycatch and hunting for their meat and fins, leading them to be listed as an endangered species. #whaleshark #fish #fishofinstagram #fishoftheday #explorepage #funfact | Naturalist's Guide
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