Diver almost swallowed by giant whale shark

Whale Shark Swim

A diver is almost swallowed by a giant whale shark!

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This diver was almost sucked into the
mouth of a massive whale shark as it
fed on plankton off Isla Mujeres, Mexico!
Check out the slideshow to see
more.
(Photo: Mauricio Handler/ Handlerphoto.com/solent)

1. The diver was actually far from staring into the jaws of death. The shark, which is the sea's largest fish, is actually vegetarian. The relieved diver escaped from the encounter unscathed and continued to enjoy the presence of the incredibly docile animals. (Photo: Mauricio Handler/ Handlerphoto.com/solent)

2. The stunning photograph, by Mauricio Handler, was taken during a feeding session where more than 600 of the huge creatures gathered to feed on tuna spawn. (Photo: Mauricio Handler/ Handlerphoto.com/solent)

3. A whale shark skimming for fish eggs on the waters surface. (Photo: Mauricio Handler/ Handlerphoto.com/solent)