Understanding Whale Sharks: Ecology and Conservation

What primarily constitutes the diet of whale sharks?

• Small marine mammals

• Plankton and small fish

• Seaweed and coral

• Large fish and squids

What is the main purpose of the ecotourism industry related to whale sharks?

• To educate the public and support conservation

• To fund marine research

• To provide entertainment

• To support local economies

What technology is used to identify individual whale sharks?

• Ultrasonic tags

• Satellite tracking

• Pattern recognition software

• DNA sequencing

Which country declared an end to its commercial whale shark fishery in 2008?

• Mexico

• Philippines

• Taiwan

• India

How do whale sharks contribute to the marine ecosystem?

• As indicators of ocean health

• By controlling jellyfish populations

• As key predators of large fish

• By maintaining coral reef health