Philippines tourism puts whale sharks at risk

Scientists worry feeding of world’s biggest fish, a top attraction, could have negative effects on their behavior.

Whale sharks are the world’s biggest fish – and swimming with them has become a top tourist attraction in the Philippines.

But scientists are worried about the impact that tourism could have on the marine giants.

Al Jazeera’s Jamela Alindogan reports from Oslob Island.

Source: Al Jazeera

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