Quiet Ocean · Plate 19 of 45
Whale shark color reference
Rhincodon typus
The whale shark is the largest fish in the world. Despite its size it eats plankton and small fish, filtering them from the water. The pattern of white spots on each whale shark is unique, and scientists use it to identify individuals.
Colors to reach for
Color the body a deep blue-gray, add the white spots and pale stripes on top, and fade to a pale belly.
- navy blue
- slate blue
- white
- steel blue
- pale blue
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