whitetip shark

• Tipo de tiburón, generalmente referido al tiburón oceánico de puntas blancas (Carcharhinus longimanus) o al tiburón de arrecife de puntas blancas (Triaenodon obesus), caracterizado por las puntas blancas distintivas en sus aletas dorsales y pectorales.

A species of shark, typically referring to the oceanic whitetip shark (Carcharhinus longimanus) or the reef whitetip shark (Triaenodon obesus), known for the distinctive white tips on their dorsal and pectoral fins.

1. Oceanic whitetip sharkB2formal

   A large, pelagic shark species (Carcharhinus longimanus) known for its long, white-tipped fins and aggressive behavior.

   tiburón oceánico de puntas blancas

   • The oceanic whitetip shark is often found in open tropical waters.
   • Divers are warned about the aggressive nature of the whitetip shark.
   • Whitetip sharks are known to follow ships for long distances.

2. Reef whitetip sharkB2formal

   A smaller, reef-dwelling shark species (Triaenodon obesus) with a white tip on its dorsal fin, commonly found in coral reefs.

   Tiburón de arrecife de puntas blancas

   • The reef whitetip shark is a common sight in the Indo-Pacific.
   • Unlike its oceanic cousin, the reef whitetip shark is generally shy.
   • Whitetip reef sharks often rest in caves during the day.