Amani is the CFO of Minorities in Shark Sciences and a shark scientist. She is 5'3", 160 lbs 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 legging and L top.

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 legging and L tee.

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 legging and L tee.

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

Laura is our Chief Product Officer at Waterlust, a scuba diver, kiter and recreational yogi. She is 5’10, 147 lbs, 34B and is wearing a size S top and M legging.

Model: Laura is our Chief Product Officer at Waterlust, a scuba diver, kiter and recreational yogi. She is 5’10, 147 lbs, 34B and is wearing a size S top and M legging.

Waterlust Whale Shark Warrior Leggings deep side pockets

Laura is our Chief Product Officer at Waterlust, a scuba diver, kiter and recreational yogi. She is 5’10, 147 lbs and is wearing a size 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 top and legging.

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 top and legging.

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 top and legging.

Amy is an active environmental volunteer and divemaster. She is 5'3", 128 lbs, 36B and is wearing a L legging and M top.

Amy is an active environmental volunteer and divemaster. She is 5'3", 128 lbs and is wearing a L.

Waterlust Whale Shark Warrior Leggings customizable inseam lengths

Inseam can be customized to 5 different lengths. Learn how under the “Features” tab.

Waterlust Whale Shark Warrior Leggings fabric detail: moisture wicking, quick drying, breathable

Whale Shark Warrior Leggings

Name: Whale Shark Warrior Leggings
Brand: Guatemala
SKU: LEG-WSW-XS
Price: 79.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.78 (340 reviews)

$79.00 USD

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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.

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1. Raw hem and internally stitched bar-tacks allow for customizable inseam lengths of 31”, 29”, 27”, 25”, and 23”. Crop to 7/8ths length or customize for your height. Learn how here.
2. Streamlined pockets on the side of both legs for your phone, wallet, snacks or sunscreen
3. UPF 50+ sun protection (max rating achievable)
4. Fibers mechanically engineered for quick dry, moisture wicking and breathability
5. Resilient 4-way stretch and recovery for shape retention in and out of the water
6. Tag-less, wide waistband for comfort, added security and fold over option
7. 100% chlorine, sun, saltwater and sunscreen resistant
88% Repreve® RPET (recycled polyester made from post-consumer plastic bottles), 12% spandex
5% of sales will be donated to Marine Megafauna Foundation, a non-profit focused on the research and conservation of threatened marine megafauna, particularly sharks and rays.
Orders are lovingly packaged using minimal packaging and eco-responsible materials, and shipped from our wonderful partner warehouse in Pennsylvania within the same or next business day. We’ll email you with your tracking info as soon as your order is shipped.

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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

Whale Shark Warrior Leggings

Better as expected

Solid material and I really like the print. Size fits, legs long enough for my 1,75 cm height.
Happy that I decided to order.

Loved the items

I ordered a M and an L in the leggings. I am currently beginning a workout regimen for a trip planned in December. The L fit better than the M but I didn't keep either because I am going to do my thing in the gym and then order again right before my trip. The leggings were not see-thru at either size when I bent over. I really like them along with the matching sun shirt. The shorts were great also but, again, I want to purchase after I lose the extra weight. The black leggings were plain but my BF has black leggings for when he goes deep sea fishing and I don't want him to grab mine by accident so I will buy a print fabric. I chose whale shark because when I Scuba, hopefully the print will deter sharks from eating me lol 🥹 the bikini tops I bought were XS and S. The XS fit well around the ribcage but the coverage was not great for my taste. The S had great coverage but the straps were not tight enough causing underboob slippage when I took my shirt off. I'm just not very big up top so it's a problem I run into frequently and I have a hard time finding the perfect swim top for me. I should prolly have them custom-made but who has the money for that? Anyway, I really liked everything I tried on and have made notes of all items that I liked. I took photos of everything so hopefully I can attach pix with this review. I already know what I will buy. I will purchase the leggings, 4" shorts and matching sun shirt. I'll probably pass on the swim top due to me already having tops that I like but the parrotfish print was gorgeous. One improvement I would like to see is a built-in gaiter for the sun shirt that can be pulled up over the bottom half of the face creating a ninja or hijab look. Sun protection and minimizing UVA/B exposure is very important to me and I have found shirts like that at Academy Sports by Magellan that give you the option of having your face completely covered. Those shirts were men's shirts tho. So an option for women would be great. That is very important for me on long fishing charter days, snorkeling, or leisurely scuba. I love the water but I don't want to sacrifice my looks lol. I'd rather not look like an old leather glove by the time I'm 40.

Brilliant

Amazing product!

I have worn these leggings in Hawaii while snorkeling and just wore them rafting on the Salmon River in Idaho. They provide great sun protection and are so comfortable!

Snorkeling in Belize

I bought the whale shark swim top and leggings in a medium for a snorkeling trip to the Hamanasi resort in Belize. I was thrilled when they came with a week to spare for the trip. But then I realized I needed a large. Although Waterlust was great about taking them back to exchange I resigned myself to the probability that I wouldn't get the new ones in time to use them. But I wrote and told my original contact, Patrick, what was going on and how much I looked forward to having them for the trip and somehow, he was able to make it happen! Just for context, I'm 5'5" 150 lbs and the large fit great. I love them so much! I wore them everyday. They are sturdy enough to feel slimming and secure but light enough that I was very comfortable in tropical weather. Easy to put on and take off. They are gorgeous and my local guide was as impressed as I am with the conservation efforts of the company. They are working hard to preserve the gorgeous Mesoamerican reef. I left them long for the sun protection so was able to get by with less sunscreen - a plus even though we use reef safe sunscreen. So I'm super impressed with the Waterlust company and I absolutely love the gear!

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Whale Shark Warrior Leggings

UPF 50+ Sun Protection (Max Rating Achievable)