Discover the graceful whitetip reef shark in its natural habitat (00018449)

Elegant whitetip reef shark in its natural habitat

Description: The whitetip reef shark (Triaenodon obesus) is a fascinating inhabitant of the coral reef. With a gray-brown base color and an impressive length of up to 200 cm, it catches the eye. Characteristic are the white tips on its first dorsal fin and tail fin. Whitetip reef sharks mainly feed on bony fish living in the reef. Immerse yourself in the world of these elegant creatures and experience the beauty of the underwater world.

Location: Vitu Levu, Beqa Lagoon, Shark Reef/Beqa Lagoon, Fiji

Date of Capture: 09.02.2007