Shortfin mako shark

Photo by @BrianSkerry A pair of shortfin mako sharks swim in the coastal waters of New Zealand. Makos are one of the fastest fish in the sea capable of bursts up to 60mph and of all shark species they have one of the largest brains relative to body size. The numbers of makos have declined worldwide due to over fishing and the demand for shark fins. They are currently listed as vulnerable. Coverage from an upcoming @natgeo story about shortfin mako sharks. To see more shark and ocean wildlife…

How much do you know about the shortfin mako shark? Learn more about this fast-swimming animal from Discovery.com and Shark Week.

Shortfin Mako Shark: The shortfin mako shark (Isurus oxyrinchus) meaning "sharp nose") is a large mackerel shark. Inhabits offshore temperate and tropical seas worldwide. The closely related longfin mako shark, Isurus paucus, is found in the Gulf Stream or warmer offshore waters. It is a pelagic species that can be found from the surface down to depths of 490 ft, normally far from land though occasionally closer to shore, around islands or inlets.

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The longfin mako shark is named for its particularly long pectoral fins that are as long as or longer than its head (or 23 to 31 percent of its total body length). Like its close relative the shortfin mako shark, the longfin mako shark is characterized by its large eyes and long, blade-like teeth that ... Read more

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MAKO SHARK

Photo by @BrianSkerry A Shortfin Mako Shark in New Zealand swims towards the surface in afternoon light. Makos are one of the fastest fish in the sea, capable of bursts up to 60mph and of all shark species they have one of the largest brains, relative to body size.

Face time with a mako.

The Mako shark catches the fisherman off guard as it leaps from he water to start its acrobatic routine close to their boat

Great shot of the multiple rows of teeth

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Photo by @BrianSkerry A young shortfin mako shark cruises just below the surface in the offshore waters of southern California, parasitic copepods trailing off its dorsal fin. Makos are one of the fastest fish in the sea, capable of bursts up to 60mph and of all shark species they have one of the largest brains, relative to body size.