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  1. Dec 18, 2018 · 1. There are two species of mako shark. For over 150 years, marine biologists thought there was only one type of mako shark: the shortfin mako ( Isurus oxyrhinchus ), which got its scientific...

  2. mako shark, (genus Isurus), either of two species of swift, active, potentially dangerous sharks of the mackerel shark family, Lamnidae. The shortfin mako (Isurus oxyrinchus) is found in all tropical and temperate seas, and the longfin mako (I. paucus) is scattered worldwide in tropical seas.

  3. About. 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.

  4. Feb 21, 2024 · About the Species. Mako shark. Credit: NOAA Fisheries. Mako shark. Credit: NOAA Fisheries. U.S. wild-caught Pacific shortfin mako shark is a smart seafood choice because it is sustainably managed and responsibly harvested under U.S. regulations. Population. The stock is not overfished. Fishing Rate. Not subject to overfishing. Habitat Impacts.

  5. Mako sharks are also known as “blue pointers,” and “bonitos.” People also refer to both shortfin and longfin mako sharks as just “mako” sharks. These sharks are the fastest swimming sharks, and can reach speeds of 42 miles per hour in short bursts! This extreme speed makes them impressive predators of a variety of species.

  6. Jul 25, 2017 · At possibly 15 feet long, she is the biggest shortfin mako Riley Elliott has ever seen: "We were just struck with awe." But it's what happened next that really floored the marine scientist. A...

  7. Overview Science. Atlantic Shortfin Mako Shark. Isurus oxyrinchus. Also Known As. Mako shark, Blue pointer, Bonito shark, Atlantic mako shark. Quick Facts. Length. Up to 13 feet. Lifespan. Can live to over 30 years. Region. New England/Mid-Atlantic, Southeast. About the Species. Mako shark. Credit: NOAA Fisheries. Mako shark.

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