shortfin mako

The shortfin mako (Isurus oxyrinchus) is one of two species of swift, active sharks belonging to the mackerel shark family, Lamnidae. Found in tropical and temperate seas worldwide, these sharks are known for their streamlined bodies, pointed snouts, and crescent-shaped tails. They possess long, slender teeth and can grow up to 4.5 meters (14.8 feet) in length, weighing over 500 kg (1,100 pounds).12

Mako sharks primarily prey on fish like herring, mackerel, and swordfish, as well as small cetaceans. They are highly regarded as both food and game fish due to their strong fighting spirit and tendency to leap out of the water. The term "mako shark" is also used for the longfin mako (I. paucus), which inhabits tropical seas globally.1