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Bluespotted ribbontail rays are a common sight in coral reef environments around Indonesia, the Philippines, Thailand, and of course, Malaysia. Look for them in the sand – they often rest partially buried, with only their eyes and tail visible. You can also search near coral ledges or rubble piles as these areas provide shelter and hunting grounds.

Recognisable by the white tips on their dorsal and tail fins, whitetip reef sharks are medium-sized and slender. They use their lithe bodies to slither through caves and crevices in search of food at night – and nap by day.