Definition

Noun A large species of oceanic shark, characterized by long, rounded pectoral fins and often a white-tipped dorsal fin. It is widely distributed in deep, open waters and is considered one of the more dangerous shark species to humans.

Usage

• The scientific name is used in formal, academic, or zoological contexts to precisely identify this specific shark species.
• It is the subject of study in marine biology, ecology, and conservation research.

Examples

• Noun:
  • Marine biologists tracked the migratory patterns of Carcharinus longimanus across the Atlantic.
  • The report confirmed that the attack was caused by Carcharinus longimanus, not a great white.

Advanced Usage

• The species name is derived from Latin, meaning "long hands," a direct reference to its distinctive lengthy pectoral fins.
• In taxonomic classification, belongs to the family Carcharhinidae, the requiem sharks.

Variants and Related Words

• Common Name: Oceanic whitetip shark. (This is the standard common English name for ).
• Taxonomic Note: The spelling (with an 'h') is the more widely accepted modern spelling in scientific literature, though is a known variant.

Synonyms

• Oceanic whitetip shark
• Brown shark (a less common regional name)
• (the alternate scientific spelling)

Noun

1. large deep-water shark with white-tipped dorsal fin; worldwide distribution; most dangerous shark