Basking Shark Figurine

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The second largest fish found in today’s oceans, the basking shark is the only living member of the Cetorhinidae family. They typically reach sizes of 23 feet, and are one of three known species of shark that feeds entirely on plankton. Scientific Name: Cetorhinus maximus Characteristics: Basking sharks can be found in the coastal waters of the Atlantic and Pacific oceans Show more