Understanding Whale Sharks: Conservation and Ecology

What primarily constitutes the diet of whale sharks?

• Seaweed and marine plants

• Large fish and squids

• Plankton and small fish eggs

• Small marine mammals

What is the primary purpose of the Georgia Aquarium's whale shark exhibit?

• Research and public education

• Entertainment purposes only

• Sport fishing activities

• Commercial breeding of whale sharks

Which technology is used to identify individual whale sharks by their unique pattern of spots?

• Sonar imaging

• A modified NASA star-mapping algorithm

• Facial recognition software

• Underwater GPS tracking

What has been a significant impact of ecotourism on whale shark populations?

• No impact, as sharks are not affected by human presence

• Decreased shark populations due to habitat destruction

• Increased shark populations due to protective laws

• Potential negative impact due to excessive human interaction

Which countries have taken legal steps to protect whale sharks by banning practices like shark finning?

• India and China

• USA and Canada

• Russia and Japan

• Philippines and Honduras