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The shortfin mako shark (Isurus oxyrinchus), also known as the bonito shark or blue pointer, is a species of large mackerel shark of the family Lamnidae, with a worldwide distribution in all temperate and tropical waters. It is a large-sized shark, with larger individuals attaining lengths of up to 4.5 metres (15 ft) and weights of 505.8 kilograms (1,115 lb). However, most are smaller; typically, females measure 2.8–2.9 metres (9–10 ft) and males measure 2–2.2 metres (7–7 ft) on average.
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Shortfin mako shark | |
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Scientific classification ![]() | |
Domain: | Eukaryota |
Kingdom: | Animalia |
Phylum: | Chordata |
Class: | Chondrichthyes |
Subclass: | Elasmobranchii |
Subdivision: | Selachimorpha |
Order: | Lamniformes |
Family: | Lamnidae |
Genus: | Isurus |
Species: | I. oxyrinchus |
Binomial name | |
Isurus oxyrinchus Rafinesque, 1810 | |
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A pelagic species, the shortfin mako is usually found in depths between 0–150 metres (0–492 ft), but can dive to depths of up to 750 metres (2,460 ft) deep.