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Oceanic Whitetip Shark

Carcharhinus longimanus
About the species

An iconic open-water predator famous at Egypt's offshore reefs like Elphinstone and the Brothers, recognised by its huge rounded, white-tipped fins. Slow and deliberate, it cruises the blue with a small entourage of pilotfish, approaching divers with confident curiosity.


Where to see it

6 sites in the catalogue.


Sighting history
Verified sightings · last 12 months

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