The shortfin mako shark is a species of mackerel shark that is found in temperate and tropical waters around the world. It is a large, fast-swimming shark with a long, pointed snout and a crescent-shaped tail fin. It is an apex predator and feeds on a variety of fish, squid, and other marine animals. The shortfin mako is a highly migratory species and is considered to be vulnerable to overfishing.