Shortfin Mako Shark
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| Mass | 60 – 140 kg (Adult) |
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| Class | Chondrichthyes |
| Order | Lamniformes |
| Scientific name | Isurus oxyrinchus |
| Family | Lamnidae |
| Did you know | Shortfin mako sharks consume 3% of their weight each day and take about 1. 5–2. 0 days to digest an average-sized meal. |
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| ID | 913843 |
About Shortfin Mako Shark
The shortfin mako shark, also known as the 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. The shortfin mako is on record as the fastest-swimming shark, capable of bursts of speed up to 18. 8 metres per second.
Shortfin mako shark Photos
