The Shortfin mako shark is the fastest shark in the world!

Mako sharks can cruise at a staggering speed of about 60 miles per hour when hunting for prey.

It is one of the strongest and active fish worldwide.

These sharks prefer to live in tropical and temperate waters. They are found in the Atlantic, Pacific, and Indian Oceans.

Mako sharks have a diverse diet that includes fish, sharks, dolphins, seabirds, and sea mammals.

Instead of sleeping, they have periods of inactivity where they rest and restore their energy.

They have a total of five gill slits that allow it to pull oxygen from the water.

They have two dorsal fins and a powerful caudal fin.

These sharks love using their fins to jump out of the water to hunt for prey.

Mako sharks have 11 to 12 rows of sharp teeth. It is hard for them to close their mouth!

Their speed and teeth are important, so that they can protect themselves and hunt for their own food.