Shortfin Mako Shark and Similar Species
Isurus oxyrinchus
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Longfin Mako Shark
Isurus paucus
Key differences: The Longfin Mako has significantly longer pectoral fins, which are typically as long as or longer than the head. Its eyes are also larger, and its coloration is generally a darker, duller blue-grey dorsally.
Blue Shark
Prionace glauca
Key differences: The Blue Shark has a much more slender body, longer pectoral fins (much longer than the head), and a more pointed snout. Its teeth are triangular and serrated, unlike the smooth, dagger-like teeth of the Shortfin Mako. The caudal fin is also less lunate.
Porbeagle Shark
Lamna nasus
Key differences: The Porbeagle has a secondary keel on the caudal fin (in addition to the primary keel), a white patch on the trailing edge of the first dorsal fin, and a more robust body shape. Its teeth are also different, with small cusplets at the base.
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