Shortfin Mako
Shallows Fish Rank 8 day 9kg Farmable
Shortfin Mako is a rank 8 fish in Dave the Diver. It is found in the Shallows Fish (spawn point: shallows) and is active during the day. Each catch weighs about 9kg and measures 270cm, yielding roughly 6 meat. It is the base ingredient for Shortfin Mako Sushi.
Where to catch Shortfin Mako
| Zone | Shallows Fish |
|---|---|
| Spawn point | shallows |
| Active time | day |
| Marinca card | 0037 |
Night-only species require the night diving upgrade before they can be caught. Use the night diving guide if this fish never shows up on your dives.
Meat yield
| Tier | Meat |
|---|---|
| Tier 1 | 3 |
| Tier 2 | 5 |
| Tier 3 | 9 |
Values as recorded in the Marinca database.
Shortfin Mako fish farm stats
| Breeding rate | 20% |
|---|---|
| Breed cap | 2 |
| Fish per day | 1.9 |
| Meat per day | 11.4 |
| Average meat per fish | 6 |
| Tank capacity needed | 25 |
| Reliable hold | 18 |
| Density | 45 |
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Dishes made from Shortfin Mako
How Shortfin Mako compares in the Shallows Fish
| Fish | Rank | Weight | Meat / day | Breed rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Tang | 1 | 0.5 | 75 | 50% |
| Cardinal Fish | 1 | 0.2kg | 75 | 50% |
| Clownfish | 1 | 0.2kg | 75 | 50% |
| Comber | 1 | 0.2kg | 75 | 50% |
| Emperor Angelfish | 1 | 0.4kg | 75 | 50% |
| Flame Angelfish | 1 | 0.2kg | 75 | 50% |
| Orbicular Batfish | 1 | 0.3kg | 75 | 50% |
| Pyramid Butterflyfish | 1 | 0.4kg | 75 | 50% |
| Shortfin Mako | 8 | 9kg | 11.4 | 20% |
Top farm species recorded in the Shallows Fish. See the rankings page for site-wide comparisons.
Shortfin Mako FAQ
Where do you catch Shortfin Mako in Dave the Diver?
Shortfin Mako appears in the Shallows Fish, at the spawn point recorded as "shallows", and only during the day. Check the All Fish database to compare spawn points across every zone.
How big is Shortfin Mako?
Shortfin Mako weighs about 9kg and measures 270cm in length. It is recorded as rank 8 in the Marinca database and yields 6 meat on average.
What is Shortfin Mako used for?
Shortfin Mako is a cooking ingredient. It is used in Shortfin Mako Sushi. Open a dish page to see the full ingredient list, sale price and taste value.
Can you farm Shortfin Mako in Dave the Diver?
Yes. Shortfin Mako has a breeding rate of 20%, a breed cap of 2 fish and produces about 11.4 meat per day at full stock. It needs a tank capacity of 25 and holds 18 reliably.