Carcharhinus longimanus
This oceanic whitetip shark was satellite tagged during a research cruise near Clipperton Island. In this photo the shark has already been tagged (dorsal fin), and is being lined up with the measuring stick to determine its length.
Key words: oceanic whitetip shark, Carcharhinus longimanus, tagging
Date: 28 September 2004
Contact: SWFSC Large Pelagics Program