ZOOLOGY A  B  C  D  E  F  G  H  I  J  K  L  M  N  O  P  Q  R  S  T  U  V  W  X  Y  Z                    HOME ABOUT CATEGORIES SITE MAP COPYRIGHT ADVERTISE CONTACT entire Web this site whale shark The world's largest fish. The whale shark (Rhincodon typus) is widely distributed in surface waters of tropical seas. It grows up to 18 m (60 ft) in length and 20 tonnes in mass, and feeds on small planktonic organisms. The whale shark belongs to the family Rhincodontidae. Related category    • ZOOLOGY Also on this site: Encyclopedia of Alternative Energy & Sustainable Living Encyclopedia of History Transport Concepts & Designs (partner site) BACK TO TOP