Maine state waters, out to 3 miles
North Atlantic shortfin mako is expressly included on the Chapter 50 coastal sharks list; take prohibited in Maine territorial waters.
ME DMR 2026 · checked · the official rulebook is the final word
Maine state record
Maine DMR Saltwater Angler Records (Rod & Reel) · checked 2026-08-23
How to tell it
Metallic indigo back, conical snout, dagger teeth; the fastest shark. More on the shortfin mako page: every state’s rule, the records, and how anglers catch it.
Questions anglers ask3
Can you keep shortfin mako in Maine?
No. Harvest is prohibited in Maine. Release it in the water where you can. North Atlantic shortfin mako is expressly included on the Chapter 50 coastal sharks list; take prohibited in Maine territorial waters.
What is the Maine record shortfin mako?
680 lb, Saco (1990).
How current is this Maine shortfin mako rule?
Source: ME DMR 2026, last checked Sep 20, 2026. A watchman re-reads the agency's pages nightly. Rules change mid-season by proclamation; the official rulebook is the final word.
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