A Gray Reef Shark (Carcharhinus amblyrhynchos) Scouting the Area at Shark Reef (00017617)
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Description: The gray reef shark (Carcharhinus amblyrhynchos) is one of the most common reef sharks in the Indo-Pacific. It is found from east to west, preferring shallow waters near coral reefs. With its broad snout and large eyes, this shark is an impressive sight. The species can be identified by the plain or white-tipped first dorsal fin, the dark tips on the other fins, and the broad black rear margin of the tail fin. Most individuals are less than 1.9 m long. Gray reef sharks are fast-swimming, agile predators that primarily feed on fishes and cephalopods.
Location: Viti Levu, Beqa Lagoon, Shark Reef, Fiji
Date of Capture: 26.09.2005