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whitetip shark

/ˈwaɪtˌtɪp ʃɑːrk/

Traduction: Requin caractérisé par des extrémités blanches sur ses nageoires, généralement l'océanique (Carcharhinus longimanus) ou le récifal (Triaenodon obesus).

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/ˈwaɪtˌtɪp ʃɑːrk/B2formalscientific
  • frRequin caractérisé par des extrémités blanches sur ses nageoires, généralement l'océanique (Carcharhinus longimanus) ou le récifal (Triaenodon obesus).

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.

    frrequin océanique

    • 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.

    frrequin de récif à pointe blanche

    • 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.