Mako
Scientific
Name; Isurus oxyrinchus
Description: lunate tail with similarly sized lobes; lateral keel at the base of the tail; deep blue back and white underside; underside of sharply pointed snout white; origin of first dorsal entirely behind base of pectoral fins; second dorsal fin slightly in front of anal fin; slender, recurved teeth with smooth edge.
Similar Fish: white shark, Carcharodon carcharias; longfin mako, Isurus paucus.
Where found: OFFSHORE, often seen near the surface.
Size: commonly 6 to 8 feet (200 to 300 pounds).
South Carolina Record 391lbs 15oz
Remarks:
Active, strong swimming fish known for leaping out of the water when hooked.
Feeds on mackerel, tuna, sardines, and some much larger fish.