The only living member of the genus Rhincodon, the whale shark is endemic to tropical waters around the world. They are one of three species of shark that employs filter feeding, the others being the megamouth shark and the basking shark.
Scientific Name: Rhincodon typus
Characteristics: Individually hand painted and immaculately sculpted, this model makes a wonderful gift for expert and novice marine biologists alike! Bring the majesty and wonder of the world’s oceans right into your living room!
Size and Color: Whale sharks have striped gray, blue, or brown skin with white spots, as well as a white underside. Measuring 23.5 cm long, 10 cm wide, and 5.7 cm tall, this model is about as long as a soda bottle on its side and about as wide as a deck of cards.