Caribbean Reef Shark
Carcharhinus perezii
- Group: Shark
- Typical depth: 1–65 m
- Max size: 3 m
- For divers: dangerous
- IUCN status: EN
A stocky requiem shark of Caribbean reefs, this one keeps near the outer edges and drop offs and will settle motionless on the bottom, unusual among its restless relatives. It hunts bony fish, bears live young, and reaches about three metres. Listed as Endangered, it has been involved in at least one attack on divers and should be treated with respect.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Elasmobranchii › Carcharhiniformes › Carcharhinidae › Carcharhinus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 271324.
FAQ
- How deep does the Caribbean Reef Shark live?
- The Caribbean Reef Shark (Carcharhinus perezii) is typically found at 1–65 m.
- Is the Caribbean Reef Shark dangerous to divers?
- The Caribbean Reef Shark can be dangerous; divers should keep their distance.
- How big does the Caribbean Reef Shark get?
- The Caribbean Reef Shark grows to about 3 m.