Silvertip Shark [Carcharhinus albimarginatus]
Description
Silvertip sharks are recognizable by the pale, silvery tips on their fins and their calm, powerful swimming style. Divers may see them hovering or moving slowly through deeper reef channels, sometimes forming loose aggregations around current-rich areas.
Where To See Silvertip Shark
Cape Kri
Raja Ampat
, Indonesia
Blue Magic
Raja Ampat
, Indonesia
Citrus Ridge
Raja Ampat
, Indonesia
The Passage
Raja Ampat
, Indonesia
Elephant Head Rock
Similan Islands
, Thailand
Richelieu Rock
Similan Islands
, Thailand
Christmas Point
Similan Islands
, Thailand
Deep Six
Similan Islands
, Thailand
Santa Rosa Wall
Cozumel
, Mexico
Columbia Deep
Cozumel
, Mexico
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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