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Shortfin Mako Shark Isurus oxyrinchus

The fastest shark, known for huge leaps; it is endangered and should be released.

• Family: Lamnidae
• Rarity: Legendary
• Average length: 250 cm
• Max length: 445 cm
• Max weight: 570 kg
• Habitat: offshore
• Regions: worldwide
• Edible: yes

Did you know?

Many countries now ban keeping makos to help the population recover.

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