A petition to list the oceanic Whitetip Shark (Carcharihinus longimanus) as an endangered, or alternatively as a threatened, species pursuant to the endangered species act and for the concurrent designation of critical habitat - Submitted to the U.S. Secretary of Commerce acting through the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration and the National Marine Fisheries Service

Abstract

Petitioner, Defenders of Wildlife (“Defenders”) is dedicated to the protection of all native animals and plants in their natural communities. With more than 1.2 million members, supporters, and activists, Defenders is a leading advocate for the protection of threatened and endangered species. Defenders’ 2013-2023 Strategic Plan identifies sharks as one of several categories of key species whose conservation is a priority for our organization’s work.