Safety note: Caution: Can be aggressive if provoked.
This robust shark has a distinctive grey coloration and a blunt snout. A notable fact is that it is often seen patrolling the reef, making it a common sight for divers.
Habitat
Typically found in warm, shallow waters around coral reefs.
Diet
Carnivorous, feeding on fish and cephalopods.
How common
Uncommon
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