How big is the Grey Reef Shark?

Grey Reef Shark (Carcharhinus amblyrhynchos) reaches 130–240 cm in length.

At what depth can you find the Grey Reef Shark?

Grey Reef Shark is found between 1–800 m deep.

Where can you find the Grey Reef Shark?

Found in: Asian Pacific, Indian Ocean & Red Sea, Mediterranean.

Grey Reef Shark (Carcharhinus amblyrhynchos)

Key facts

Scientific name: Carcharhinus amblyrhynchos
Common name: Grey Reef Shark
Category: Fish
Family: Carcharhinidae
Genus: Carcharhinus
Size: 130–240 cm
Depth: 1–800 m
IUCN status: Vulnerable (VU)
Danger level: Harmless
Habitats: coral-reef, rocky-reef, open-water
Behaviours: pelagic, fast-swimmer, territorial
Ocean zones: Asian Pacific, Indian Ocean & Red Sea, Mediterranean

Description

Robust coastal shark (130-240 cm) with dark grey back and white underside. Pointed dorsal fin and dark pectoral fin edges are diagnostic. Tropical reef habitats Indo-Pacific and West Atlantic at 1-800 m depth. Aggressive territorial predator, often solitary. Conservation: vulnerable to overfishing. Diving: common in Egypt, Polynesia, Pacific; unpredictable behaviour.

Photo of Grey Reef Shark

Frequently asked questions

How big is the Grey Reef Shark?: Grey Reef Shark (Carcharhinus amblyrhynchos) reaches 130–240 cm in length.
At what depth can you find the Grey Reef Shark?: Grey Reef Shark is found between 1–800 m deep.
Is the Grey Reef Shark dangerous to divers?: Danger level: Harmless.
What is the conservation status of the Grey Reef Shark?: IUCN status: Vulnerable (VU).
Where can you find the Grey Reef Shark?: Found in: Asian Pacific, Indian Ocean & Red Sea, Mediterranean.

Other species in the genus Carcharhinus

Other species in the family Carcharhinidae

Sources

Taxonomy: WoRMS (AphiaID 217337)
Photos: iNaturalist (CC BY-NC)
Distribution: GBIF (taxonKey 2418064)
Conservation: IUCN Red List
Encyclopedia: Wikipedia