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December 5, 2025DiversityOpen Access

First Evidence of Neonatal Whale Sharks (Rhincodon typus) in Saleh Bay, West Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia

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ISIsmail SyakurachmanYYYasman YasmanMPMochamad Iqbal Herwata Putra

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Overview

Observations reveal neonate whale sharks in Saleh Bay, suggesting a crucial nursery for this endangered species.

Key Points

  • First documentation of neonate whale sharks highlights the significance of habitat conservation efforts.
  • With sightings of individuals measuring 1.2 to 1.5 m, this adds to the limited observations of reproductive biology.
  • Research involved collaborative monitoring with local fishermen, enhancing citizen science engagement in conservation.
  • Findings support the necessity for protective measures to ensure the sustainability of whale shark populations.

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Syakurachman et al. (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/694023c82d562116f28fc9ffhttps://doi.org/10.3390/d17120839
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