Reef (Caribbean Shark) in natural habitat
Near Threatened

Reef (Caribbean Shark)

Carcharhinus perezii

About

The Caribbean reef shark is a species of requiem shark commonly found in coral reef ecosystems. They are important apex predators that help maintain the health of coral reef communities.

Habitat

Coral reefs of the Caribbean Sea and western Atlantic Ocean

Diet

Carnivorous - fish, crustaceans, and cephalopods

11 of 19

Fun Facts

  • Caribbean reef sharks can grow up to 10 feet (3 meters) in length.
  • They are often seen in groups patrolling reef edges.
  • These sharks have a distinctive black tip on their dorsal fin.

Conservation

StatusNear Threatened

Share

Share:

Ask AI About Reef (Caribbean Shark)

Animal AI Assistant

Online

Hi! I'm your animal AI assistant. Ask me anything about Reef (Caribbean Shark)!

AI-powered responses · Natural conversation flow