Most popular pic
My most popular pic on Flickr right now, almost 9,000 views:
The largest living fish species, the whale shark is a filter feeding shark, feeding on plankton, algae and krill. I was therefore in very little danger when I took this shot, although they can grow quite large (this specimen was about 12-14 m (36-40 ft) long) and can bump into you.
They are peaceful and docile and generally ignore people around them, although they can be playful at time.
This fish is a fairly rare and unpredictable encounter. Their population is unknown, as are their mating habits.
An encounter with a whale shark is a rare experience and a very special moment. May you find yourself nose to nose with one some day.
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