Shortfin Mako Shark (Isurus oxyrinchus)
The shortfin mako cuts through open ocean like a blade of light — fast, precise, and endlessly in motion. Every turn and flicker speaks of speed; every glide reveals an ocean built for momentum. Among sharks, it is both athlete and enigma.
Scientific Snapshot
Scientific Name: Isurus oxyrinchus
Common Names: Shortfin mako shark, blue pointer
Average Size: Typically 3.2 meters (10.5 feet); some individuals exceed 4 meters (13 feet)
Habitat: Open ocean and offshore waters in temperate and tropical seas
Diet: Pelagic fish such as tuna and mackerel, and occasionally smaller sharks
Conservation Status: Endangered (IUCN Red List)
Range: Worldwide in offshore tropical and temperate waters
From the Field
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