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Shortfin mako shark

shortfin mako shark
Photo: Mark Conlin, SWFSC Large Pelagics Program · Public domain (via Wikimedia Commons)

The shortfin mako shark (Isurus oxyrinchus) is a carnivorous fish native to Oceania, North America and South America.

The shortfin mako shark, also known as the shortfin mako, blue pointer, or bonito shark, is a species of large mackerel shark. It is commonly referred to as the mako shark, as is the longfin mako shark. — Wikipedia

Scientific name
Isurus oxyrinchus
Class
Fish
Family / order
Lamnidae
Diet
Carnivore
Habitat
Marine
Found in
Oceania, North America, South America
Weight
278 kg
Lifespan
25 years
Conservation status
Endangered

What does a shortfin mako shark eat?

The shortfin mako shark is a carnivore, feeding on other animals.

How big is a shortfin mako shark?

The shortfin mako shark weighs around 278 kg.

How long do shortfin mako sharks live?

In the wild, the shortfin mako shark can live up to about 25 years.

Where do shortfin mako sharks live?

Shortfin mako sharks are found in Oceania, North America and South America, in marine habitats.

Is the shortfin mako shark endangered?

The shortfin mako shark is currently listed as “Endangered” on the IUCN Red List.

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