Here are some interesting facts about the whale shark:
* Size: They can grow up to 40 feet (12 meters) long and weigh up to 47,000 pounds (21,000 kilograms).
* Diet: They are filter feeders, meaning they strain tiny organisms from the water.
* Habitat: Found in warm tropical waters around the globe.
* Status: Classified as "Vulnerable" by the IUCN due to threats from fishing and habitat loss.