A fascinating Whitetip Reef Shark (Triaenodon obesus) in the clear waters of the South Pacific (00018928)

❮ Fascinating Whitetip Reef Shark in the Deep Blue Waters of the South Pacific ❯
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Description: The whitetip reef shark (Triaenodon obesus) is a fascinating species of shark that inhabits the blue waters of the South Pacific. With a maximum length of about 200 cm and a grey-brown coloration, it is easily recognizable. The white tips on the dorsal fin and tail fin are distinctive. Whitetip reef sharks primarily feed on bony fish living on the reef and are an impressive subject for underwater photography.

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

Date of Capture: 09.02.2007