Shark Coloring Pages: The whale shark (Rhincodon typus) is the largest living fish species found in the world's oceans, with a distinctive pattern of light spots and stripes on its dark grey skin. As a filter feeder, the whale shark primarily consumes plankton, small fish, and other small organisms by swimming with its enormous mouth open to filter out its prey from the surrounding water. Known for its gentle and non-aggressive behavior towards humans, the whale shark is a popular attraction for ecotourism activities such as snorkeling and scuba diving. Despite their size, whale sharks are considered to be vulnerable to human activities such as overfishing and habitat destruction, making conservation efforts important for preserving this magnificent species for future generations.