Atlantic Blacktip Shark
Carcharhinus limbatus
Regions
New England/Mid-AtlanticSoutheast
Protected status
None
Also known as
Black fin sharkBlacktip whalerCommon blacktip sharkGray sharkRequiem sharkSmall blacktip sharkSpot-fin ground shark
Species Profile
Florida saltwater profile data (FWC). Availability and detail varies by species.
FWC
Habitat
Common in Florida's coastal waters, bays, and estuaries.
Often come inshore in large schools, particularly in association with Spanish mackerel.
Additional information
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Seafood Profile
Powered by NOAA FishWatch data. Availability and detail varies by species.
NOAA FishWatch
Population
The stocks are not overfished.
Fishing rate
Not subject to overfishing.
Bycatch
Regulations are in place to minimize bycatch.
Taste
Sweet, meaty taste.
Texture
Thick, large flakes and moist flesh.
Color
Pinkish-white meat with ruby red edges.
Health benefits
Shark is a low-fat source of protein and is high in selenium and vitamins B6 and B12.
Sources
Image credit: NOAA Fisheries/Jack Hornady