1 WHALE SHARK
Rhincodon typus Smith, 1928
inhabits coastal waters, also occurs well offhore: distinguished by huge size and pattern of white spots: world’s largest fish, but harmless plankton feeder; rarely seen but sightings off North West Cape, Western Australia during March-April are a regular occurrence: found throughout the region; worldwide temperate and tropical seas: possibly to 18 m; but-seldom above 12 m. (RHINCODONTIDAE)

2 LEOPARD SHARK
Stegostoma fasciatum (Hermann,1783)
Inhabits coastal waters and offshore areas in the vicinity of coral reefs, may be seen resting on the bottom; distinguished by large tail, dark spots, and ridges on side; also known as Zebra Shark: harmless; found throughout the region: lndo-W. Pacific; to 350 cm. (STEGASI'OMATIDAE)