Species
Shortfin Mako
Isurus oxyrinchus
Also known as mako
Tier 3Eating8/10extra heavy tackleEndangeredNSWVICQLDSAWATAS
0 waypoints150–280 cm (max 400 cm) typical
Regulations
NSW210 cm min · bag 1
| State | Size | Bag |
|---|---|---|
| NSW | 210 cm min | 1 |
Regulations change. Always verify with the relevant state fisheries authority before fishing.
Overview: about shortfin mako
High-speed offshore pelagic shark of Australian shelf waters, an iconic game-fish. Aggressive at surface — leaps spectacularly when hooked on trolled lures or baits. Strict bag limits and Endangered status mean most rec captures are tag-and-release.
Biology: Shortfin Mako size, diet & habitat
- Habitat
- Offshore, Shelf
- Typical size
- 150–280 cm (max 400 cm)
- Weight
- 30–350 kg
- Depth range
- 0–750 m
- Diet
- fish, squid, other sharks
- Global range
- Circumglobal
How to target: Shortfin Mako angling strategies
Generally fished with extra heavy tackle — match gear to the conditions and the size of fish you expect.
- trolled lures and skirts
- berleyed cubed baits
- wire trace essential
Conservation
IUCN: Endangered
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