Grey Reef Shark

Photo: Luis P. B. · CC BY-NC

Grey reef sharks patrol the Walung wall from the drop-off edge to beyond 30 meters, with groups of three to eight individuals commonly seen during a single dive when a current is running. Kosrae's walls represent some of the highest grey reef shark densities in the Federated States, a reflection of the island's comprehensive marine protection and near absence of sport fishing pressure. These sharks interact with the barracuda schools in a loose predator guild that defines the mid-water ecology of the site.