Mako

Mako typically refers to mako sharks, members of genus Isurus. The two recognized species are the shortfin mako (Isurus oxyrinchus) and the longfin mako (Isurus paucus). Mako sharks are among the fastest fish in the ocean, capable of bursts approaching 60 mph (96 km/h). They have a streamlined, torpedo-like body, a pointed snout, and a tail that provides strong propulsion. They inhabit temperate and tropical oceans worldwide, with a preference for offshore, deep-water habitats, though juveniles can be found in warmer, shallower areas. Diet consists largely of bony fish, tuna, swordfish, and other sharks. Reproduction is ovoviviparous: females give birth to live young after internal fertilization, with litter sizes that vary by species. Mako populations face fishing pressure in some regions due to their value as sport and commercial fish, prompting conservation assessments in various jurisdictions.

Mako in culture and media: The name Mako is used as a personal name or alias. Notable examples include Mako Iwamatsu, a Japanese-American actor known simply as Mako, and Mako Mori, a character in the Pacific Rim film franchise. In animation and television, characters named Mako have appeared in series such as The Legend of Korra.

Mako in computing: Mako is a Python templating language and template library that allows embedding Python code in textual templates to generate dynamic content. It is used with web frameworks and offers features such as blocks, inheritance, and control structures. The Mako project emphasizes readability and allows Python expressions within HTML-like templates.