Most shark sightings occur off the islands of Malekula and Santo, with common species including whitetip reef sharks, leopard sharks, silvertip sharks, and common thresher sharks. 1. Have …

One of the most common sharks found on Indo-Pacific coral reefs, the whitetip reef shark occurs as far west as South Africa and as far east as Central America. It is typically found on or near …

Whitetip reef sharks (Triaenodon obesus) photographed at Mele Reef, Efate, Vanuatu, 04 April 2019. Photos by John Warmington (above) and Stuart Loubser (left), Vanuatu Underwater Group

The whitetip reef shark (Triaenodon obesus) is a species of requiem shark, in the family Carcharhinidae, and the only member of its genus. A small shark that does not usually exceed …

Feb 3, 2015 · Small white tip reef shark is hiding under a pla... Unexpected shark encounter while scuba diving in the ocean at Kate's Corner dive site in Port Vila, Vanuatu.

Jul 4, 2023 · These slender sharks seldom reach two metres in length and tip the scales at 22 pounds, which is the same average size as a king salmon. True to their name, they have white …

Whitetip Reef Sharks are among the most interesting animals on the reef. They are common at the Similans and in the Komodo National Park. Its scientific name is Triaenodon obesus, but …

The Whitetip Reef Shark is found in the Indo-Pacific region growing up to 160cm in length. Found singly or in small shivers, during the day resting on the bottom of caves, in channels, under …

Whitetip reef sharks are nocturnal, and are most active at night. They are specialists in hunting prey hidden in the reef, using scent, sound and electroreception to detect fish and …

Whitetip reef sharks are a smaller species of shark, with grayish brown coloration and a distinctive white tip on their dorsal and caudal (tail) fins. They are a mostly nocturnal species, and are …