Grey Reef Shark
Carcharhinus amblyrhynchos
Sighting evidence at Caverne Profondes, Rodrigues Island
Photo: Luis P. B. · CC BY-NC
Grey reef sharks patrol the outer wall at Caverne Profondes in search of the reef fish that shelter near the cave exits, using the wall's complexity to stage ambushes on unsuspecting prey. In the clean, unfished waters around Rodrigues they display notably curious and unafraid behaviour, approaching divers closely and inspecting equipment. Their territorial nature means individuals often defend specific sections of wall over periods of weeks or months, making them recognisable to regular diving guides.
Evidence at this site
No confirmed records on file at this site
Grey Reef Shark is listed as a curated species here based on historical reports.