The author explores the mystery, and the appeal, of the mako shark — and the fishermen who've targeted them over the years.

From great white sharks to the fastest shark in the world, here's some of the sharks you might encounter in Rhode Island.

Weird makos filmed off the California coast in a new Shark Week show raise questions about what these sharks actually are.

Discovery Channel's annual Shark Week has just begun, but the television screen isn't the only place sharks can be found in Texas. Galveston Bay and the rest of the Texas Coast provide a diverse ...

The Shortfin Mako is renowned as the fastest shark in the ocean, capable of bursts exceeding 45 mph. While their speed is well-known among marine enthusiasts, many people don’t realize just how ...

Mako sharks are responsible for numerous attacks on humans, particularly those involved in fishing activities. They’re known to attack boats, jump into fishing vessels, and have been responsible for ...

158 blacktip reef sharks — a survey record — were spotted in Maya Bay, Thailand, showing the success of conservation and ecosystem recovery efforts in the area.