Blacktip reef shark
A species of Carcharhinus, Also known as Black finned shark, Guliman Scientific name : Carcharhinus melanopterus Genus : Carcharhinus
Blacktip reef shark, A species of Carcharhinus
Also known as:
Black finned shark, Guliman
Botanical name: Carcharhinus melanopterus
Genus: Carcharhinus
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Blacktip reef shark (Carcharhinus melanopterus) is easily distinguished by the conspicuous black spots on the tips of the fins. Blacktip reef shark is one of the most common sharks of the coral reefs in the Indian and Pacific Oceans, typically found in shallow inshore waters. This small shark has a timid temperament, but can mistakenly bite human legs in shallow water.
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Ground sharks Family
Requiem sharks Genus
Carcharhinus Species
Blacktip reef shark