Shortfin mako: Records & Species Guide
Scientific name: Isurus oxyrinchus
Identification
Shortfin mako
Habitat/distribution
The shortfin mako is a fast, pelagic lamnid shark with a pointed snout and streamlined body.
Human-interaction context
It is found widely in offshore temperate and tropical waters. Human interaction records can include offshore fishing and boating contexts that differ from ordinary beach exposure.
Incident records
No incident in this reviewed public dataset is currently associated with Shortfin mako.
Image attribution
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Sources and references
- Scientific name: Isurus oxyrinchus
- Taxonomy status: accepted
- Source basis: Scientific names follow the supplied reviewed editorial reference. External taxonomy checks are recorded separately when performed.