The world's largest adult fish, the whale shark begins life already impressive in size. Young whale sharks measure several meters at birth but remain vulnerable to the dangers of the ocean.
Amazing fact: Unlike other sharks, the whale shark gives birth to several dozen young at a time, which are born fully formed and ready to swim on their own. A filter-feeding herbivore like the adults, the young feed mainly on plankton and tiny fish, swallowing enormous quantities of water to capture their prey. Recognizable by its blue skin dotted with light dots and lines, it is as unique as a fingerprint: each whale shark has a different pattern.
This Papo figurine faithfully reproduces the young whale shark: massive silhouette, skin details and realistic fins. An ideal model to enrich a collection of marine animals, invent underwater stories or raise children's awareness of the protection of this peaceful giant, today threatened.