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Longfin Mako Shark
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Common Name: Longfin Mako, Mackeral Shark

Scientific Name: Isurus paucus

Size: Up to 4.2m, av 2.2m

Found: Worldwide warm temperate and tropical waters

Population Status: Vulnerable to extinction (IUCN 2007)



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Tooth Shape:

Long slender teeth. Possibly for eating schooling deepwater 
fishes and squid, however their diet is relatively unknown.






Reproduction:

Ovoviviparous - eggs hatch inside the mother and live young are born. Pups may be oophagus in late stages of development. Normally between 2-8 pups are born measuring 97-125cm in length.




Interesting Facts:

The main difference between the shortfin mako and the longfin, is the length and shape of the pectoral fins and the long slender body.

There are 2 species of Mako Sharks, both are classified as Vulnerable to extinction.

Mako sharks have beautiful metallic blue sheen to their skin.

Mako’s are threatened by longline fishing - and are often caught on lines in deep water.



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