Shortfin Mako Shark
Title: Shortfin Mako Shark
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Shortfin Mako Shark
The shortfin mako shark is the fastest fish in the world. It is
capable of attaining speeds of up to 60 mph. It’s dark red iron-rich
muscles on the side of the shark’s body and especially on the tail
enable the shark to swim at these speeds. The speed of the mako
affects its physical characteristics, its eating habits, and its predators.
The average size of the shortfin mako shark is from 10 to 12 feet
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status at this time, the National Marine Fisheries Service
(NMFS) currently manages this shark. The NMFS has reduced
catches of the shark by commercial fishermen.
It seems all animals have there place in the ecosystem,
including the much feared mako shark. If sport fishing continues and
the shark’s population dwindles, the disastrous effects would be felt
for all; even man, which at times believes he is above nature and not a
part of nature.
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