largest whale shark
The largest whale shark ever measured was 40 feet (12.2 meters) long; however, the species is thought to grow even bigger. Size relative to a bus: As the largest fish in the sea, reaching lengths of 40 feet (12 meters) or more, whale sharks have an enormous menu from which to choose. Fortunately for most sea-dwellersâand us!âtheir favorite meal is plankton.