IUCN Status: Vulnerable

Blacktip sharks are key predators in coastal ecosystems, helping to control the populations of smaller fish and invertebrates. Their role as top predators keeps the food web in balance and contributes to the health of coral reefs and seagrass beds.

Fun fact: Blacktip sharks are known for their acrobatic leaps out of the water, often spinning as they breach—hence the name "blacktip."

This symbolic adoption supports OFI's research and education initiatives, including free educational programs and shark conservation research.

Size: 11 inches