Carcharhinus perezi

Sharks

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  • Caribbean reef shark
  • Karibik-Riffhai
  • Caribische rifhaai
  • Requin de récif
  • Tiburón coralino
  • Squalo del reef caraibico

Distribution

  • The tropical Atlantic

Environment and movement of the diurnal species

  • The species is generally observed on the reef or near it.
  • The species is generally seen moving in its environment.
  • The species can be found between 0 and 65 Meters.
  • Uncommon Species

General behaviour of the species

  • Species generally solitary
  • The animal is fearful of the diver

General characteristics of the species

  • Maximum size : 300 cm
  • The animal is a hunter high in the food chain.
  • Diet : Fishes

Relationship with humans

  • The animal may inflict serious bites
  • The species is good to eat
  • The species is exploited in the following sector(s) :
    • - Fishing or commercial aquiculture for food
    • -Sport or local fishing
    • - Chemistry/pharmacy
    • Used in the clothing, footwear or crafts industries for the manufacture of articles (jewellery, etc.)