Oceanic Whitetip Shark
Carcharhinus longimanus
- Group: Shark
- Typical depth: 0–1082 m
- Max size: 4 m
- For divers: dangerous
- IUCN status: CR
With long, rounded, white tipped fins, the oceanic whitetip roams the open sea far from land, one of the most wide ranging of all sharks. Bold and persistent, it trails ships and is considered dangerous to shipwreck survivors. Once abundant, it has been devastated by fishing and is now critically endangered.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Elasmobranchii › Carcharhiniformes › Carcharhinidae › Carcharhinus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 105794.
FAQ
- How deep does the Oceanic Whitetip Shark live?
- The Oceanic Whitetip Shark (Carcharhinus longimanus) is typically found at 0–1082 m.
- Is the Oceanic Whitetip Shark dangerous to divers?
- The Oceanic Whitetip Shark can be dangerous; divers should keep their distance.
- How big does the Oceanic Whitetip Shark get?
- The Oceanic Whitetip Shark grows to about 4 m.