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    How to photo-identify a whale shark

    How to photo-identify a whale shark
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    The Madagascar Whale Shark Project (MWSP) is now a registered private foundation (# 0724.642.161). Founded by Stella Diamant, the Foundation aims to further study and protect whale sharks in Madagascar, while raising awareness and empowering local communities.
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