The shortfin mako shark is one of the world’s fastest sharks reaching speeds of up to 20 mph, according to the Florida Museum of Natural History. The shortfin mako is also known for being able to skillfully leap out of water.
Although preferring warm waters,this extremely fast shark can be found worldwide. The shortfin mako tends to stay in tropical, temperate waters and is most commonly spotted off the shore waters of Cape Cod and Cape Hatteras
Description:
- Blunt snout
- Large black eyes
- Metallic blue in color with white bellies
- Average adult size is 10 ft
- Females are larger than males
- Teeth are visible while mouth is closed
- Short pectoral fins
Diet:
- Feed on fast-moving pelagic fishes such as, swordfish and tuna
- Sometimes feed on other smaller sharks, porpoises and sea turtles
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