Where Does Shortfin Mako Shark Live?

Shortfin Mako Shark lives in specific habitats. Knowing where to look helps you find and identify it.

Where to find Shortfin Mako Shark

Water type

saltwater

Depth

Primarily epipelagic (surface to 200 meters), but can dive to depths exceeding 500 meters. Prefers waters with temperatures between 17°C and 22°C.

Environment

Open ocean, pelagic, oceanic and coastal waters, typically found far offshore but occasionally near shore around islands or continental shelves.

Geographic range

Cosmopolitan in tropical and temperate oceans worldwide, including the Atlantic, Pacific, and Indian Oceans. Absent from very cold polar waters.

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