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Do which type of mako shark is more common the longfin or shortfin?
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Which type of Mako Shark is more common the Longfin or Shortfin.
I believe the short fin mako is more common though it probabley depends on the location
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How many different types of mako sharks are there?
Two. The longfin mako, Isurus Paucus, and the shortfin mako, Isurus Oxyrinchus.
What is the fastest shark and how fast can it swim?
The Shortfin Mako is the fastest species of shark. It's speed has been recorded at 50 kilometres per hour (31 mph) with bursts of up to 74 kilometres per hour (46 mph). They can leap approximate 9 metres (30 ft) high or higher in the air. Some scientists suggest that the shortfin mako can swim up to 100 kilometres per hour (62 mph), though scientists are still in debate over exactly how fast the shortfin mako shark can swim. This high-leaping fish is a highly sought-after game fish worldwide. There are cases when an angry mako jumped into a boat after having been hooked.
What is faster a Mako Shark or a cheetah?
Yes, the Shortfin Mako (Isurus oxyrinchus) is the fastest shark in the world. Though everyone had come to a general consensus about this, there is still debate as to how fast they can actually go - some say that they can only go a little over 20mph, however others say that it has been clocked at 60mph.
How big does a Mako Shark get?
There are 2 species of mako shark: short fin which is found in northern waters and long fin, found in warmer climes. In the short fin, 91kg-272kg (200lbs -600lbs) are common. The largest (verified) shortfin caught in Mass was some 590kg (1300lbs) . Supposedly, a female can reach some 770kg (1700lbs) c.f. http://newenglandsharks.com/shortfin.htm
Are Mako Sharks endangered?
The Mako Shark is endangered.
How do you spell makco shark?
The type of shark is a mako shark (longfin Isurus oxyrinchus or shortfin Isurus paucus).
What sharks are in the lamnidae family?
ANSWER:Great White Shark, Shortfin and Longfin Mako Shark, Salmon Shark, and the Porbeagle Shark.
How many different types of mako sharks are there?
Two. The longfin mako, Isurus Paucus, and the shortfin mako, Isurus Oxyrinchus.
Are Shortfin mako sharks the same as mako sharks?
yes,but the shortfin mako shark is a species of mako sharks
What kind of shark is the fastest in the world?
The Shortfin Mako Shark
What is the scientific name for a mako shark?
the real name for a mako shark depends on what type it is.it could be longfin (isurus pausus),or the more commen shortfin (isurus oxyrinchus).or it could be one of the extinct types,if u want to know them,google it
What is sleek animal that is blue?
The Shortfin Mako Shark
What is the mako sharks favorite meal?
If you ask for THE favorite meal of a Mako, I would guess tuna is in the top of the menu. Specially with mayonnaise.Please note there are several species of Mako Sharks, the shortfin mako shark (Isurus oxyrinchus) and the longfin mako shark (Isurus paucus).Both species are VERY fast swimers (the more common shortfin is one of the fastest fishes in the oceans), and they do not have we can call a gourmet style at the table...They eat everything from the menu - including the menu itself - cephalopods, mackerels, swordfish, other sharks, porpoises, sea turtles, and seabirds.
What is an Isurus oxyrinchus?
A Shortfin Mako shark, cousin to the Great White, and also referred to as a number of other things: mako, paloma, bonito, shortfin, short-finned mako, blue pointer, mackerel shark, spriglio.
What is Shortfin Mako shark best known for?
A Shortfin Mako is a type of shark meaning "sharp nose." Sharks such as these are noted to be among the "best tasting sharks in the world" when it comes to a culinary application.
Is the shortfin mako shark the fastest shark?
Yes, it is the fastest. It can swim at speeds over 25 mph.
What kind of fish id chum from the movie finding nemo?
Shortfin mako shark
