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Amani is the CFO of Minorities in Shark Sciences and a shark scientist. She is 5'3", 160 lbs, 36C and is wearing a M.

Model: Amani is the CFO of Minorities in Shark Sciences and a shark scientist. She is 5'3", 160 lbs, 36C and is wearing a M.

Amani is the CFO of Minorities in Shark Sciences and a shark scientist. She is 5'3", 160 lbs, 36C and is wearing a M.

Model: Amani is the CFO of Minorities in Shark Sciences and a shark scientist. She is 5'3", 160 lbs, 36C and is wearing a M.

Amani is the CFO of Minorities in Shark Sciences and a shark scientist. She is 5'3", 160 lbs, 36C and is wearing a M.

Model: Amani is the CFO of Minorities in Shark Sciences and a shark scientist. She is 5'3", 160 lbs, 36C and is wearing a M.

Amani is the CFO of Minorities in Shark Sciences and a shark scientist. She is 5'3", 160 lbs, 36C and is wearing a M.

Model: Amani is the CFO of Minorities in Shark Sciences and a shark scientist. She is 5'3", 160 lbs, 36C and is wearing a M.

Meggan is working on a masters degree in marine science and has worked as a coral scientist. She is 5'1", 105 lbs, 32A and is wearing an XS.

Model: Meggan is working on a masters degree in marine science and has worked as a coral scientist. She is 5'1", 105 lbs, 32A and is wearing an XS.

Meggan is working on a masters degree in marine science and has worked as a coral scientist. She is 5'1", 105 lbs, 32A and is wearing an XS.

Model: Meggan is working on a masters degree in marine science and has worked as a coral scientist. She is 5'1", 105 lbs, 32A and is wearing an XS.

Meggan is working on a masters degree in marine science and has worked as a coral scientist. She is 5'1", 105 lbs, 32A and is wearing an XS.

Model: Meggan is working on a masters degree in marine science and has worked as a coral scientist. She is 5'1", 105 lbs, 32A and is wearing an XS.

Meggan is working on a masters degree in marine science and has worked as a coral scientist. She is 5'1", 105 lbs, 32A and is wearing an XS.

Model: Meggan is working on a masters degree in marine science and has worked as a coral scientist. She is 5'1", 105 lbs, 32A and is wearing an XS.

Chelsea is a marine conservationist who believes that science is for everybody… and every BODY! She is 5'2", 230 lbs, 40DD and is wearing a 3XL.

Model: Chelsea is a marine conservationist who believes that science is for everybody… and every BODY! She is 5'2", 230 lbs, 40DD and is wearing a 3XL.

Chelsea is a marine conservationist who believes that science is for everybody… and every BODY! She is 5'2", 230 lbs, 40DD and is wearing a 3XL.

Model: Chelsea is a marine conservationist who believes that science is for everybody… and every BODY! She is 5'2", 230 lbs, 40DD and is wearing a 3XL.

Chelsea is a marine conservationist who believes that science is for everybody… and every BODY! She is 5'2", 230 lbs, 40DD and is wearing a 3XL.

Model: Chelsea is a marine conservationist who believes that science is for everybody… and every BODY! She is 5'2", 230 lbs, 40DD and is wearing a 3XL.

Chelsea is a marine conservationist who believes that science is for everybody… and every BODY! She is 5'2", 230 lbs, 40DD and is wearing a 3XL.

Model: Chelsea is a marine conservationist who believes that science is for everybody… and every BODY! She is 5'2", 230 lbs, 40DD and is wearing a 3XL.

Chelsea is a marine conservationist who believes that science is for everybody… and every BODY! She is 5'2", 230 lbs, 40DD and is wearing a 3XL.

Model: Chelsea is a marine conservationist who believes that science is for everybody… and every BODY! She is 5'2", 230 lbs, 40DD and is wearing a 3XL.

Fiona is the COO here at Waterlust, has a master's degree in Marine Affairs and Policy, and is a surfer, kiter and scuba diver. She is 5'9", 135 lbs, 34B and is wearing a S.

Model: Fiona is the COO here at Waterlust, has a master's degree in Marine Affairs and Policy, and is a surfer, kiter and scuba diver. She is 5'9", 135 lbs, 34B and is wearing a S.

Fiona is the COO here at Waterlust, has a master's degree in Marine Affairs and Policy, and is a surfer, kiter and scuba diver. She is 5'9", 135 lbs, 34B and is wearing a S.

Model: Fiona is the COO here at Waterlust, has a master's degree in Marine Affairs and Policy, and is a surfer, kiter and scuba diver. She is 5'9", 135 lbs, 34B and is wearing a S.

Fiona is the COO here at Waterlust, has a master's degree in Marine Affairs and Policy, and is a surfer, kiter and scuba diver. She is 5'9", 135 lbs, 34B and is wearing a S.

Model: Fiona is the COO here at Waterlust, has a master's degree in Marine Affairs and Policy, and is a surfer, kiter and scuba diver. She is 5'9", 135 lbs, 34B and is wearing a S.

Whale Shark Warrior Sun Suit

$129.00 USD

Educational resources & donation included with every purchase. Learn more.

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.

    1. UPF 50+ sun protection (max rating achievable)
    2. Fibers mechanically engineered for quick-dry, moisture-wicking and breathability
    3. Resilient 4-way stretch and recovery for shape retention in and out of the water
    4. 100% chlorine, sun, salt water, and sunscreen resistant
    5. High neck collar, thumbholes at wrists, and medium back booty coverage
    6. Back zipper for easy entry, with a long paracord pull for easy zip up
    7. Raglan cut sleeves for great range of shoulder movement
    8. No shelf bra or padding. For more support, we suggest wearing a bikini top underneath
    9. Tag-less for comfort

  • Main fabric: 88% Repreve® RPET (recycled polyester made from post-consumer plastic bottles), 12% spandex

    Zipper: polyacetal resin (tough, high strength thermoplastic)

    Zipper pull: high tensile strength nylon paracord

UPF 50+ Sun Protection (Max Rating Achievable)

100% Fade-Proof From Chlorine, Sun & Saltwater

Anti-Microbial = Smell-Resistant

Fibers Mechanically Engineered For Quick-Dry & Moisture-Wicking

Made From Recycled Materials

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Advocate Apparel Inspired by the largest fish in the sea, the whale shark (Rhincodon typus)

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. 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.

5% of sales from your purchase of this product are donated to the Marine Megafauna Foundation

The Marine Megafauna Foundation 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. 5% of sales 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.

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“Waterlust's support provides critical seed funding for us to rapidly develop and implement whale shark conservation projects in areas where this globally-endangered species is most at risk. This includes Mozambique, where our research and awareness work helped the government decide to fully protect whale sharks just a few weeks ago. We love working with a company that is so committed to making a positive change in the world.”

Dr. Simon Pierce, Co-Founder / Principal Scientist

the Marine Megafauna Foundation

Customer Reviews

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Leah Stein (Parker, CO, US)
After 13 Months

This is my second sunsuit from Waterlust and BOY do I love the pattern! My first suit (Same one but in the Abalone print) has lasted more than 3 years with out going see through!
I swim a lot in the summer and demand a lot from my suits, so I'd been so pleased to find one that held up so well! Unfortunately the Whale shark suit did not keep its elasticity as well as the Abalone. In a year the wonderfully snug suit lost its elasticity almost completely. I'm still using it, but this one broke down so much faster than the first. The sleeves now billow around my arms and hands, and the whole suit from neck to crotch has 'lengthened'. To the companies credit, neither suit is see through yet though!
I am disappointed that the elastic gave out so quickly compared to my abalone suit, but given I swim so much I still think these suits are some of the best out there for water sport.

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Debbie Waldin
Whale shark suit was great in cold water swim

I wore my whaleshark suit at my midwinter ocean swim in (in New Zealand) in 15 degrees water and swam for 52 minutes! I did get cold but it kept me a lot more insulated than a normal swimsuit!

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Caitlyn

Love love love

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Rachael Lawler (Lockport, NY, US)
Absolutely amazing and perfect!!

This whale shark Sun suit is perfection. The quality is amazing, the fit is even better. I do not have one SINGLE complaint!

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Paige Altemare (Lakewood, OH, US)

Whale Shark Warrior Sun Suit

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Kathleen Humphreys (Northbrook, IL, US)
Great fit and super quality

I was nervous - it’s virtually IMPOSSIBLE to find good swimwear for fully plus sized people. But it was love at first zip! The fit is great and sizing totally appreciated, the pattern is beautiful, and it’s a blessing to know the company is devoted to marine ethics. Love it.

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