The fastest shark in the ocean, capable of bursts over 40 miles per hour. Sleek and metallic blue, this warm-blooded open-water hunter is known for spectacular leaps clear out of the water.
Best time to see a Shortfin Mako
The best time to see a Shortfin Mako is May–August, when about 62% of U.S. sightings happen, based on 53 research-grade iNaturalist observations.
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