What is another word for Isurus Oxyrhincus?
Pronunciation: [ˈɪsɜːɹəs ˌɒksɪɹˈa͡ɪnkəs] (IPA) 
Isurus oxyrhincus, also known as the shortfin mako shark, is a species of shark that belongs to the family of mackerel sharks. This magnificent predator is known for its incredible speed and sharp teeth that can tear apart almost anything in its way. Some of the synonyms used for Isurus oxyrhincus include blue pointer, bonito shark, mackerel shark, sharp-nosed mackerel shark, and shortfin shark. Interestingly, this species has been used for numerous folk remedies and traditional medicines. Nevertheless, because of overfishing, habitat destruction, and bycatch problems, the population of Isurus oxyrhincus is rapidly declining, and they are now listed as an endangered species.
