Blacktip reef shark by Pratim Das

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very interesting Pratim

Love the shark Pratim :)

Thanks Mr. William Maurits Emiel Vandierendonck ...<br />Thanks Maria Huges Maam ...<br />

BLACKTIP REEF SHARK ... MIXED MEDIA ON BLUE MOUNT BOARD ... 7.5*9.5 INCH .... 2015(COURTESY: Sanctuary Asia Magazine and Mr. Sumer Verma) ... The blacktip reef shark (Carcharhinus melanopterus) is a species of requiem shark, in the family Carcharhinidae, easily identified by the prominent black tips on its fins (especially on the first dorsal fin and its caudal fin). Among the most abundant sharks inhabiting the tropical coral reefs of the Indian and Pacific Oceans, this species prefers shallow, inshore waters. Its exposed first dorsal fin is a common sight in the region. Most blacktip reef sharks are found over reef ledges and sandy flats, though they have also been known to enter brackish and freshwater environments. This species typically attains a length of 1.6 m (5.2 ft). Blacktip reef sharks have extremely small home ranges and exhibit strong site fidelity, remaining within the same local area for up to several years at a time. They are active predators of small bony fishes, ceph