How big is the Caribbean reef shark?

Caribbean reef shark (Carcharhinus perezii) reaches 200–300 cm in length.

At what depth can you find the Caribbean reef shark?

Caribbean reef shark is found between 5–100 m deep.

Where can you find the Caribbean reef shark?

Found in: Caribbean, Eastern Pacific, Mediterranean.

Caribbean reef shark (Carcharhinus perezii)

Key facts

Scientific name: Carcharhinus perezii
Common name: Caribbean reef shark
Category: Fish
Family: Carcharhinidae
Genus: Carcharhinus
Size: 200–300 cm
Depth: 5–100 m
IUCN status: Endangered (EN)
Danger level: Harmless
Habitats: coral-reef, rocky-reef
Behaviours: pelagic, diurnal
Ocean zones: Caribbean, Eastern Pacific, Mediterranean

Description

Carcharhinus perezii reaches 3 m. Endemic reef shark (Carcharhinidae) of tropical West Atlantic (Florida, Bahamas, Caribbean, Brazil) with fusiform body gray-brown to bronze-brown on back and white on belly, moderately rounded snout. Lives from 5 to 100 m on coral reefs and drop-offs. IUCN Endangered due to fin fishing. Iconic Caribbean dive photo subject, famous in shark feeding sites (Bahamas) where it is observed in groups of 10-20 individuals. Harmless to respectful divers.

Photo of Caribbean reef shark

Frequently asked questions

How big is the Caribbean reef shark?: Caribbean reef shark (Carcharhinus perezii) reaches 200–300 cm in length.
At what depth can you find the Caribbean reef shark?: Caribbean reef shark is found between 5–100 m deep.
Is the Caribbean reef shark dangerous to divers?: Danger level: Harmless.
What is the conservation status of the Caribbean reef shark?: IUCN status: Endangered (EN).
Where can you find the Caribbean reef shark?: Found in: Caribbean, Eastern Pacific, Mediterranean.

Other species in the genus Carcharhinus

Other species in the family Carcharhinidae

Sources

Taxonomy: WoRMS (AphiaID 271324)
Photos: iNaturalist (CC BY-NC)
Distribution: GBIF (taxonKey 2418059)
Conservation: IUCN Red List
Encyclopedia: Wikipedia