Which Shark Species Have Never Attacked Humans?

Discover the gentle whale shark and why it's considered harmless to humans in this informative video.

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Whale sharks, the largest fish in the sea, have never attacked a human. These gentle giants are filter feeders, meaning they consume plankton and small fish by swimming with their mouths open, posing no threat to humans.

FAQs & Answers

  1. What is a whale shark? The whale shark is the largest fish in the ocean, known for being gentle and a filter feeder.
  2. Are all sharks dangerous to humans? No, many shark species, like the whale shark, pose no threat to humans at all.
  3. Why do whale sharks not attack humans? Whale sharks are filter feeders that consume plankton and small fish, and they do not view humans as prey.
  4. What other sharks are known to be harmless? Aside from whale sharks, species like basking sharks and leopard sharks are also considered harmless to humans.