WhaleSharks are the largest fish in existence, reaching 20m (65.6 ft) in length. Although they are sharks, they are gentle creatures that feed primarily on small plankton. The population of Whale Sharks has decreased by 50% over the past 75 years. One of the reasons for this is collisions with ships. Whale sharks are often found near the surface of the ocean and move slowly. This makes it easy for them to collide with vessels, and it is difficult for them to avoid collisions at a moment's notice.
The population of Whale Sharks has decreased by 50% over the past 75 years. One of the reasons for this is collisions with ships. Whale sharks are often found near the surface of the ocean and move slowly. This makes it easy for them to collide with vessels, and it is difficult for them to avoid collisions at a moment's notice.Whale sharks also operate near the shipping lanes of large vessels, which is another factor that increases collisions with vessels.
Although there are treaties on fishing for other shark species, there are no ordinances in place yet to prevent collisions between large vessels and whale sharks. International flexibility is required, such as changing the operating routes of some large vessels to protect valuable fish species.
