The whitetip is a reef shark occasionally seen patrolling the deeper walls of Isla Fuerte.
How to recognize it
Look for the white tips on the dorsal and tail fins and a slender, gray body cruising along the wall.
Where and when to see it
In Isla Fuerte divers regularly spot it at Bajo alicia, Canal del ingles, Transilvania, Socorro, El bobito, Bajo de los pargos, Fondo loco, Yesbi. Explore every site on our interactive dive map.
Dive with respect
We practice good buoyancy and never touch or chase marine life. Watching an animal behave naturally is the whole point, and it keeps the reef of Isla Fuerte alive for the next diver.
