white-tipped shark

• Nombre común para varias especies de tiburones que presentan las puntas de las aletas dorsales y pectorales de color blanco, especialmente el tiburón oceánico de puntas blancas (Carcharhinus longimanus) y el tiburón de arrecife de puntas blancas (Triaenodon obesus).

A species of shark, typically referring to the oceanic whitetip shark (Carcharhinus longimanus) or the reef whitetip shark (Triaenodon obesus), characterized by white tips on its dorsal and pectoral fins.

1. Oceanic white-tipped sharkB2formal

   A large, pelagic shark species (Carcharhinus longimanus) known for its long, white-tipped fins and aggressive nature in open ocean waters.

   tiburón oceánico de puntas blancas

   • The oceanic white-tipped shark is often found in deep, tropical waters.
   • Divers rarely encounter white-tipped sharks near the shore.
   • This species is known for its distinctive white markings on the fins.

2. Reef white-tipped sharkB2formal

   A smaller, reef-dwelling shark species (Triaenodon obesus) with white tips on its dorsal and tail fins, commonly found in coral reefs.

   Tiburón de arrecife de puntas blancas

   • Reef white-tipped sharks are often seen resting in caves during the day.
   • They are generally shy and not aggressive toward humans.
   • The white-tipped reef shark is a common sight in tropical coral reefs.