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Scientists Investigate Unique Traits of Giant Black Mako Shark

7/23/2025

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In 2019, shark tagger Keith Poe reeled in a massive black mako shark off California, sparking the captivating Shark Week special "Black Mako of the Abyss." A dedicated team of scientists is now delving into the shark's unique traits, exploring possibilities of hybridization or environmental shifts, while gathering genetic samples to unlock the mysteries of its identity and habitat.

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Story summary

In 2019, shark tagger Keith Poe reeled in a massive black mako shark off California, sparking the captivating Shark Week special "Black Mako of the Abyss." A dedicated team of scientists is now delving into the shark's unique traits, exploring possibilities of hybridization or environmental shifts, while gathering genetic samples to unlock the mysteries of its identity and habitat.