whale shark
noun
: a shark (Rhincodon typus) of warm waters that has small teeth, feeds chiefly on plankton strained by its gill rakers, may sometimes attain a length of up to 60 feet (18.3 meters), and is the largest known fish
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Many travelers loved being on (and in) the water, swimming with vibrant tropical fish, paddling lagoons, and diving with gentle whale sharks and manta rays.
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Elaine Glusac, Travel + Leisure, 9 July 2024
Life Giant whale sharks have teeth on their eyeballs
The ocean’s largest shark relies on vision more than previously believed.
—Big Think, 24 June 2024
The new footage shows off the sequel's gorgeous water animation, including with a stunning shot of Moana floating in front of a whale shark.
—Brendan Morrow, USA TODAY, 13 June 2024
And, given the majestic nature of the sea surrounding, hotel guests have the privilege to dive and snorkel alongside blacktip reef sharks, humpback whales, and whale sharks.
—Jessica Chapel, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 June 2024
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Elaine Glusac, Travel + Leisure, 9 July 2024
Life Giant whale sharks have teeth on their eyeballs
The ocean’s largest shark relies on vision more than previously believed.
—Big Think, 24 June 2024
The new footage shows off the sequel's gorgeous water animation, including with a stunning shot of Moana floating in front of a whale shark.
—Brendan Morrow, USA TODAY, 13 June 2024
And, given the majestic nature of the sea surrounding, hotel guests have the privilege to dive and snorkel alongside blacktip reef sharks, humpback whales, and whale sharks.
—Jessica Chapel, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 June 2024
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“Whale shark.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/whale%20shark. Accessed 16 Jul. 2024.
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