Whale Sharks doing well in Australia

I grab every bit of good wildlife news I can find. This Discovery News article, reports that measures being taken to not only protect the whale sharks from fishermen, but also from tourist harassment are succeeding in Western Australia. I have had a dream of diving with, and catching a ride on, a Whale Shark ever since I was a kid. I understand why people want to touch and ride these guys, but how much better to ensure they come around and thrive by keeping a bit of respectful distance.

[photo credit in linked article]

Enjoy your leviathan kin,

Bp