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The shortfin mako shark (/ ˈ m ɑː k oʊ ˌ ˈ m eɪ-/; Māori: /ˈmaːko/; Isurus oxyrinchus), also known as the shortfin mako, blue pointer, or bonito shark, is a large mackerel shark. It is commonly referred to as the mako shark, as is the longfin mako shark (Isurus paucus).
Learn about mako shark, a genus of two species of fast and potentially dangerous sharks with long teeth and crescent tails. Find out where they live, what they eat, and why they are threatened by fishing.
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Learn about the mako shark, a fast and warm-blooded predator that lives in temperate and tropical waters. Find out how they hunt, breed, and why they are vulnerable to fishing threats.
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Learn about the mako shark, the fastest shark on earth that can reach speeds of up to 50 miles per hour. Find out how it hunts, reproduces, and why it is endangered by human activities.
Shortfin mako sharks are speed demons. They can swim up to 45 miles per hour (that’s as fast as a horse can run). This comes in handy when they go after fast prey like dolphins, mackerels and other sharks.
The shortfin mako (; Māori: /ˈmaːko/; Isurus oxyrinchus ), also known as the shortfin mako shark, blue pointer, or bonito shark, is a large mackerel shark. It is commonly referred to as the mako shark, as is the longfin mako shark ( Isurus paucus ). The shortfin mako can reach a size of 4 m (13 ft) in length and weigh 570 kg (1,260 lb).
Learn about the shortfin mako shark, the fastest shark and one of the fastest fishes on the planet. Find out its distribution, habitat, feeding habits, reproduction, threats, and conservation status.
