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Characteristic spots and stripes adorn the largest fish in the sea forming an intricate pattern, like a warrior painted for battle. Scientists use these distinctive markings to identify individual whale sharks. Like a fingerprint, each is as unique and special as the last.
88% Repreve® RPET (recycled polyester made from post-consumer plastic bottles), 12% spandex
Whale sharks (Rhincodon typus) are fish, not whales - allowing them to hold the esteemed title of "largest fish in the sea" (since sharks are fish too!). These charismatic creatures can reach lengths of 12 meters (40 feet) or more! Despite their large size, they feed on some of the smallest organisms in the sea, plankton. Hanging vertically in the water column they're able to suction feed and filter these tiny organisms through their gill rakers much like a giant vacuum cleaner pulls dust and dirt from a kitchen floor, filtering the fragments into its chamber within. Unfortunately, approximately 100 million sharks are killed every year by humans, through direct targeted fishing efforts as well as unintended bycatch from other fisheries. The whale shark is one species of shark that is particularly vulnerable to this commercial fishing due to their high value in international trade, in addition to their highly migratory nature and normally low abundance.
Whale sharks (Rhincodon typus) are fish, not whales - allowing them to hold the esteemed title of "largest fish in the sea" (since sharks are fish too!). These charismatic creatures can reach lengths of 12 meters (40 feet) or more! Despite their large size, they feed on some of the smallest organisms in the sea, plankton. Hanging vertically in the water column they're able to suction feed and filter these tiny organisms through their gill rakers much like a giant vacuum cleaner pulls dust and dirt from a kitchen floor, filtering the fragments into its chamber within. Unfortunately, approximately 100 million sharks are killed every year by humans, through direct targeted fishing efforts as well as unintended bycatch from other fisheries. The whale shark is one species of shark that is particularly vulnerable to this commercial fishing due to their high value in international trade, in addition to their highly migratory nature and normally low abundance.
Photo by Simon Pierce of The Marine Megafauna Foundation
Photo by The Madagascar Whale Shark Project
Research into the lives of these gentle giants can help us to manage their populations and keep these magnificent fish in the ocean where they belong. The Marine Megafauna Foundation is one group that is helping to shed light on the population structure, migratory patterns and the conservation requirements of these threatened sharks. Created in 2009, they aim to research, protect and conserve the large populations of marine megafauna (large marine species) found along the Mozambican coastline. Almost all whale sharks encountered by divers are juveniles and most are males. Where the school-bus-sized mature sharks swim, what they eat and where the females give birth has long been a mystery, however their team is now very close to making these discoveries. 10% of profits from your purchase will go to the Marine Megafauna Foundation for satellite tags that are needed to track the movements of these large female whale sharks.
It's supportive enough to wear without a sports bra underneath it unless I want to go running. It is sleep enough I can wear it as a bra under a top if I want to but is long enough to wear on its own. I like that it's reversible.
I want one in every pattern! So supportive and comfortable
I love, love the leggings. Comfortable and fits perfect. The matching reversible whale shark top is a little long. The back/shoulder part is a long, maybe because I’m short. Overall, I love it!
I absolutely love the whale shark pattern and how soft the top is! The quality of your items are awesome and we really enjoy that we are doing our small part to help the environment.
I absolutely love this top. It fits perfectly, looks amazing, and is super versatile. The cutting is perfect for any sport or physical activity. I have worn this for diving, long-distance runs, and surfing. This top has the right amount of support while also being extremely comfortable. I hope to get more of them in different designs soon!
I love the top, but the straps are just a little too long. I noticed when I am swimming or practicing yoga, the scoop neckline is too low for people with smaller busts. If the straps were a bit shorter, it would be perfect!
Hi Brittini - thanks so much for your feedback! Just wanted to let you know that since you bought the top from us back at the end of 2018 we've actually updated it a bit and shortened the straps (due to feedback just like yours, so thanks again for that!).
It's supportive enough to wear without a sports bra underneath it unless I want to go running. It is sleep enough I can wear it as a bra under a top if I want to but is long enough to wear on its own. I like that it's reversible.
I want one in every pattern! So supportive and comfortable
I love, love the leggings. Comfortable and fits perfect. The matching reversible whale shark top is a little long. The back/shoulder part is a long, maybe because I’m short. Overall, I love it!
I absolutely love the whale shark pattern and how soft the top is! The quality of your items are awesome and we really enjoy that we are doing our small part to help the environment.
I absolutely love this top. It fits perfectly, looks amazing, and is super versatile. The cutting is perfect for any sport or physical activity. I have worn this for diving, long-distance runs, and surfing. This top has the right amount of support while also being extremely comfortable. I hope to get more of them in different designs soon!
I love the top, but the straps are just a little too long. I noticed when I am swimming or practicing yoga, the scoop neckline is too low for people with smaller busts. If the straps were a bit shorter, it would be perfect!
Hi Brittini - thanks so much for your feedback! Just wanted to let you know that since you bought the top from us back at the end of 2018 we've actually updated it a bit and shortened the straps (due to feedback just like yours, so thanks again for that!).
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