Whale shark sighting thrills divers in Semporna

KOTA KINABALU: Whale sharks seldom appear in waters off Semporna’s Pom-Pom Island so when one did recently, it sparked much excitement among divers.

Marine biologist Jeethvendra Kirishnamorthie said it was his first time seeing it after almost 10 years diving in those waters.

He said the appearance of the whale shark there was not only exciting, but also an indication that there might be an upwelling of food sources such as plankton in the area which was a testimony to the conservation work done. Jeethvendra said when there was an abundance of plankton around, species such as whale sharks, which feed on it, would naturally come by as they followed the food trails.

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