Grey Reef Shark [Carcharhinus amblyrhynchos]

Grey Reef Shark
Description

Grey reef sharks are sleek, medium-sized sharks that often cruise along reef slopes and drop-offs. Divers commonly spot them gliding in loose groups, with their steady, curious presence as they patrol for prey.

Taxonomy
Phylum Fish, Sharks & Rays (plus Sea Turtles & Whales)
Chordata
Class Elasmobranchs (Sharks, Rays, Skates)
Elasmobranchii
Order Requiem Sharks
Carcharhiniformes
Family Requiem Sharks
Carcharhinidae
Genus Carcharhinus
Carcharhinus
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