Silvertip Shark
Carcharhinus albimarginatus
A large, aggressive requiem shark with distinctive white-tipped fins and a robust build. Known for its bold behavior and curiosity around divers and boats.
Silvertip Shark at a glance
- Scientific name
- Carcharhinus albimarginatus
- Typical size
- 60-120 inches, 100-400 lbs
- Water
- Saltwater
- Habitat
- Sharks and rays
- Rarity in the Fishdex™
- Legendary
Habitat
Found in tropical and subtropical waters around coral reefs, drop-offs, and oceanic islands. Anglers typically target them while deep sea fishing or shark fishing near reef edges and offshore waters. They are often caught while fishing for other large pelagic species.
Catch one and it is yours
Log a silvertip shark through the Cobia Camera and this entry fills in with your photo, your personal best, and the exact conditions on the day. The app also carries the slot and season rules for wherever you are standing.
How the Fishdex™ worksSilvertip Shark questions people ask
Silvertip Shark is Carcharhinus albimarginatus.
A typical silvertip shark runs 60-120 inches, 100-400 lbs. Cobia records the length and weight of every silvertip shark you log and keeps your personal best on its Fishdex entry.
Found in tropical and subtropical waters around coral reefs, drop-offs, and oceanic islands. Anglers typically target them while deep sea fishing or shark fishing near reef edges and offshore waters. They are often caught while fishing for other large pelagic species. It is a salt water species, filed under sharks and rays in the Fishdex.
Yes. Log one through the Cobia Camera and this entry fills in with your own photo, your personal best, and the conditions on the day you caught it. The app also carries the slot limits and season dates for wherever you are standing. It is free.
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