Carcharhinidae Collection (#5)

A Whitetip Reef Shark glides through a school of Scissortail Sergeant Major fish, Fiji
A Whitetip Reef Shark glides over the reef through a school of Scissortail Sergeant Major fish, Fiji

Oceanic blacktip sharks fighting for food near a bait ball filled with sardines
Several oceanic blacktip sharks fighting for food near a bait ball filled with sardines, Aliwal Shoal, Umkoms, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Caribbean reef shark, West Caicos, Turks and Caicos
A P-47 Thunderbolt and an F-4 Phantom in flight during the Wings Over Houston airshow

Diving with oceanic whitetip sharks, Cat Island, Bahamas

A large blue shark swimming quietly underwater

Oceanic whitetip shark, Cat Island, Bahamas

A Whitetip Reef Shark laying on the sany bottom off the coast of Fiji
A Whitetip Reef Shark laying on the bottom in the sand and looking up at the above approaching photographer in the clear South Pacific ocean off Likuri Island, Fiji

A curious oceanic whitetip shark, Cat Island, Bahamas

Caribbean reef shark, Nassau, The Bahamas

Underside view of a tiger shark. The tiger shark is a large predatory fish that lives in temperate and tropical ocean waters

Tiger Shark
The Tiger Shark is a large macropredator which can attain a length of 5 meters or 16 feet and is found in tropical and temperate waters

Gray Reef Shark, Kimbe Bay, Papua New Guinea
Gray reef shark (Carcharhinus amblyrhynchos), Fathers reef, Kimbe Bay, Papua New Guinea

Diver swimming with an oceanic whitetip shark, Cat Island, Bahamas

Oceanic blacktip shark with remora and pilot fish, Aliwal Shoal, South Africa
An oceanic blacktip shark swims by with remora and pilot fish in tow, Aliwal Shoal, Umkoms, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Head of a whitetip reef shark at Cocos Island, Costa Rica
Head of a whitetip reef shark (Triaenodon obesus) at Cocos Island, Costa Rica

Nurse shark with a deformed lip from a hook, Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands

A large silvertip shark on a deep reef in Fiji

Caribbean reef sharks circling a dive boat, Nassau, The Bahamas

Silvertip shark at The Bistro Dive site in Fiji
Silvertip shark (Carcharhinus albimarginatus) at The Bistro Dive site in Fiji

Oceanic blacktip sharks waiting for food from a diver near a bait ball
Several oceanic blacktip sharks waiting for food from a diver near a bait ball filled with sardines, Aliwal Shoal, Umkoms, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Diver swimming with oceanic whitetip sharks, Cat Island, Bahamas

Scuba diver and silvertip shark at The Bistro Dive site in Fiji
Scuba diver and silvertip shark (Carcharhinus albimarginatus) at The Bistro Dive site in Fiji

Blacktip reef shark in motion, Solomon Islands
Blacktip reef shark (Carcharhinus melanopterus) in motion, Solomon Islands

Gray reef shark. Papua New Guinea
Gray reef shark (Carcharhinus amblyrhynchos), Inglis Shoal, Kimbe Bay, Papua New Guinea

Pair of Caribbean reef sharks swimming along the reef, Cuba
Pair of Caribbean reef sharks (Carcharhinus perezii) swimming along the reef, Jardines De La Reina, Cuba

Blacktip reef sharks swim just under the surface in the Solomon Islands. This beautiful Melanesian region is known for its spectacular reefs and high marine biodiversity

A silky shark with an embedded hook and line at Cat Island in the Bahamas
A silky shark (Carcharhinus falciformis) with an embedded hook and line at Cat Island in the Bahamas

A Caribbean reef shark in the Turks and Caicos
A Caribbean reef shark (Carcharhinus perezii) in the Turks and Caicos

Gray reef shark with remora, Papua New Guinea
Gray reef shark (Carcharhinus amblyrhynchos) with remora, Inglis Shoal, Kimbe Bay, Papua New Guinea

A pair of Whitetip reef sharks, Kimbe Bay, Papua New Guinea
A pair of Whitetip reef sharks (Triaenodon obesus), Fathers reef, Kimbe Bay, Papua New Guinea

Oceanic whitetip shark with dorsal fin reflection, Cat Island, Bahamas

Rays of light shining above an oceanic whitetip shark in Cat Island, Bahamas

A large bull shark at The Bistro dive site in Fiji
A large bull shark (Carcharhinus leucas) at The Bistro dive site in Fiji

Several Caribbean reef sharks and a goliath grouper
Several Caribbean reef sharks (Carcharhinus perezii) and a goliath grouper (Epinephelus itajara) swimming along the reef, Jardines De La Reina, Cuba

A large 10 foot Tiger Shark swims into the feeding zone, Fiji

Close-up side view of an oceanic whitetip shark, Cat Island, Bahamas

Oceanic whitetip shark swimming with pilot fish, Cat Island, Bahamas

Underside of an oceanic whitetip shark, Cat Island, Bahamas

A diver follows an oceanic whitetip shark in the Bahamas
A diver follows an oceanic whitetip shark (Carcharhinus longimanus) in the Bahamas

Oceanic blacktip shark with remora in the waters of Aliwal Shoal, South Africa
An oceanic blacktip shark swims by with remora in tow against the sunrays, Aliwal Shoal, Umkoms, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

A trio of whitetip reef sharks, Kimbe Bay, Papua New Guinea
A trio of whitetip reef sharks (Triaenodon obesus), Fathers reef, Kimbe Bay, Papua New Guinea

Oceanic blacktip sharksin the waters of Aliwal Shoal, South Africa
Several oceanic blacktip sharks swim by near the surface against sunrays, Aliwal Shoal, Umkoms, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Whitetip reef shark, Kimbe Bay, Papua New Guinea
Whitetip reef shark (Triaenodon obesus), full body view with sunset, Fathers reef, Kimbe Bay, Papua New Guinea

Front view of an oceanic whitetip shark, Cat Island, Bahamas

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"Carcharhinidae: A Diverse Family of Sharks Roaming the Oceans" In the crystal-clear waters of the Caribbean, a pair of Caribbean reef sharks gracefully glide over a vibrant coral reef. These majestic creatures, scientifically known as Carcharhinus perezi, are just one example of the fascinating species belonging to the family Carcharhinidae. Venturing into mangrove forests, we find lemon shark pups seeking refuge in this nursery-like habitat. Negaprion brevirostris relies on these dense mangroves for protection and nourishment during their early stages of life. It's truly remarkable how nature provides such safe havens for these vulnerable young sharks. Meanwhile, in Yap, Micronesia's Pacific Ocean, a grey reef shark named Carcharhinus amblyrhynchos elegantly swims through its territory. With its sleek body and sharp senses, it effortlessly navigates its surroundings with grace and precision. On Pico Island, an intriguing sight unfolds as a couple of blue sharks (Prionace glauca) accompany pilot fish (Naucrates ductor). This symbiotic relationship showcases nature's ability to create unique partnerships where both parties benefit from each other's presence. Far out in open waters lies an oceanic whitetip shark (Carcharhinus longimanus), majestically swimming with confidence. Its distinctive white-tipped fins make it easily recognizable among its peers as it explores vast expanses with unparalleled freedom. Off Halifax in Nova Scotia stands another breathtaking scene—a solitary blue shark accompanied by a pair of loyal pilot fish. The bond between these species is undeniable; they navigate together through the depths while forging an unbreakable connection beneath the waves. Journeying to Costa Rica's Cocos Island National Park reveals yet another member of this diverse family—the silky shark (Carcharhinus falciformis).