Best places to catch Shortfin Mako

Isurus oxyrinchus

2 spots with live forecasts for Shortfin Mako — ranked by current conditions.

About Shortfin Mako

Shortfin Mako is a saltwater fish. FishRadar tracks live fishing conditions for Shortfin Mako at 2 spots across United States, Argentina, ranked by today's score.

Best months for Shortfin Mako

Months reflect typical catchability by species at this latitude; local seasons and closures apply.

Montauk Point
81 Good
NW Atlantic
Striped Bass · Atlantic Bluefin Tuna · Shortfin Mako
Mar del Plata
64 Good
SW Atlantic
Shortfin Mako · Yellowfin Tuna · Argentine Pejerrey

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to catch Shortfin Mako?

Shortfin Mako is typically most active around May, June, July, August, September, October. The best window shifts with hemisphere, weather, and tide — check each spot's live score before heading out.

Where can you catch Shortfin Mako?

FishRadar scores 2 spots for Shortfin Mako across United States, Argentina. The highest-scoring spots right now are listed above.

Is Shortfin Mako a freshwater or saltwater fish?

Shortfin Mako is a saltwater fish.

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