The blacktip reef shark is a slender, medium-sized shark commonly found in shallow coral reefs. It has a distinctive black tip on its dorsal fin. Typically reaching lengths of 60-72 inches and weighing 40-60 pounds, it feeds on small fish and crustaceans. Known for its timid nature, it often swims in small groups near the reef. This summary is AI generated
Water type
IUCN Status
Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
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Blacktip reef shark
length · weight
Blacktip reef shark
length · weight
Blacktip reef shark
length · weight
Blacktip reef shark
length · weight


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