White Tip Reef Sharks

White tip reef sharks are by far the most common shark in Costa Rica, frequently encountered along the country's Pacific Coast – from the Bat Islands all the way to the <a href="/osa-peninsula/">Osa Peninsula</a> and Cocos Island. This sleek breed, <em>Triaenodon obesus</em>, is a non-aggressive species of the requiem family of shark. These migratory fish thrive in extremely warm and shallow waters, and are best known for their round eyes, broad heads and the tell-tale blotches of white on their dorsal and caudal fins.

Last updated: Nov 1, 2023