Blacktip reef shark gliding through murky water, dark fin tips visible against the haze

Blacktip Reef Shark, Galápagos Islands

Blacktip Reef Shark (Carcharhinus melanopterus) One of the most recognizable reef sharks thanks to the bold black markings on its fin tips, this small, shy species rarely exceeds 1.6 m and is harmless to humans. Common year-round in the shallow waters around the Galápagos archipelago, often spotted cruising lagoons and reef flats in small groups. Wikipedia | iNaturalist

Whitetip reef shark resting on the sandy seabed beside a rocky outcrop

Whitetip Reef Shark

Whitetip Reef Shark (Triaenodon obesus) One of the few shark species that can lie motionless on the bottom, pumping water over its gills instead of needing to swim to breathe. A year-round resident of the Galápagos archipelago, commonly found resting in caves and on sandy patches during the day before hunting reef fish at night. Wikipedia | iNaturalist