It can grow to 2.50 metres in length and is easily be recognised by its high dorsal fin.
It mainly feeds on fish, and must constantly swim to keep the water flowing over its gills to let it breathe.
This shark is viviparous, in other words, the females can give birth to around fifteen young sharks after 12 months of pregnancy.
IUCN status: vulnerable
Scientific name: Carcharhinus plumbeus
