- Maximum Length
- 2.8 m (9 ft)
- Primary Habitat
- Shallow coastal waters, bays, estuaries
- Diet
- Schooling fish, sardines, herring, mullet
- Sighting Frequency
- Occasional
About the Blacktip Shark
Blacktip Sharks are fast, agile predators easily identified by the prominent black tips on their fins. Found in shallow coastal waters around Cozumel, they are known for their spectacular spinning leaps when feeding.
Behavior & Ecology
Active and fast-swimming. Often seen in small groups hunting schooling fish. Known for spinning jumps out of the water during feeding frenzies. Tend to be shy around divers but can be curious in feeding situations.
Conservation status — Vulnerable
The Blacktip Shark is classified as Vulnerable by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN). Reporting sightings through BiodiversityOS helps researchers monitor population trends and identify critical habitats for protection.