Atlantic shortfin mako shark (IMAGE)
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Shortfin mako sharks are built for speed. Their streamlined, torpedo-shaped body, powerful muscular tail and specially adapted skin allows them to reach speeds of up to 70km/hr. They are a highly valuable shark on the international market, and have declined rapidly due to overfishing
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Photo © Sebastian Staines
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