The epaulette shark—also known as the walking shark—is one of the most uniquely adapted species in the ocean. Found in shallow reef flats, it can tolerate extreme shifts in temperature and oxygen levels, and even “walk” between tide pools using its fins when stranded at low tide. Small in size but remarkable in design, the epaulette shark is a master of survival in some of the harshest intertidal environments. It also holds a special place in the career of marine biologist and cinematographer Richard Fitzpatrick. As a kid, he kept one in a home marine aquarium—eventually giving his first-ever shark talk at school, live epaulette shark in tow. That early connection sparked a lifelong journey of filming and researching sharks across the globe. These recent shots were captured on the RED V-RAPTOR S35 using the Laowa Probe 2 lens system—perfect for getting intimate macro views of this elusive species in its shallow reef habitat. [#SharksonRED 6/11 with richard_fitzpatrick_acs]