Carcharhinus amblyrhynchos

Sharks

Grey reef shark
Grauer Riffhai
Requin gris de récif
Squalo grigio di scogliera

Distribution

The tropical Pacific
The Red Sea
The Indian Ocean

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 1000 Meters.
Common species.

Environment and movement of the nocturnal species

The species is generally observed on the reef or near it.
The species is generally seen moving in its environment.

General behaviour of the species

Species generally living in a group
The animal shows curiosity towards the diver

General characteristics of the species

Maximum size : 255 cm
Maximum age known : 25 year(s)
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
The species is classified asVulnerable

The species can be confused with other species of similar appearance!