Vulnerable· population decreasing· assessed 2020

Whitetip Reef Shark

Triaenodon obesus

Sighting evidence at Ticao Island Manta Bowl, Donsol

Whitetip reef sharks rest in loose clusters along the seamount's rocky ledges, occasionally becoming active during strong current pulses that push prey fish into exposed positions. Their relaxed demeanor and curiosity toward divers makes extended observation straightforward, and juveniles are often seen patrolling the shallower reef sections around the seamount base.

Evidence at this site

0 records within 25 km

Confidence: low

No date on file

How is this calculated?

Sighting evidence is compiled from iNaturalist observation records within a set proximity radius, filtered for quality-grade observations. “Last confirmed” is the date of the most recent research-grade record. Record count covers a rolling 24-month window. Confidence reflects record count, recency, and consistency of seasonal signal.

Whitetip Reef Shark

Evidence at this site

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