A species of requiem shark (Carcharhinus longimanus). The name literally means 'dirt shark' or 'filth shark', possibly from its appearance or behavior.
See also: ヨゴレ (よごれ) · オーシャニックホワイトティップシャーク
The oceanic whitetip shark is a type of shark often seen in the open ocean.
Kanji spelling is rare; the word is usually written in kana.
Compound of 汚れ (yogore, 'dirt, filth') + 鮫 (same, 'shark'). The exact reason for the name is uncertain, but it may refer to the shark's coloration or scavenging habits.