2017 First-Class Forever Stamp,Sharks: Mako Shark
# 5223 - 2017 First-Class Forever Stamp - Sharks: Mako Shark
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US #5223
2017 Mako Shark – Sharks
• Pictures the shortfin mako shark
• Issued in the middle of Discovery channel’s famous Shark Week television special (held July 23-30 in 2017)
Stamp Category: Commemorative
Set: Sharks
Value: 49¢ First Class Mail Rate (Forever)
First Day of Issue: July 26, 2017
First Day City: Newport, Kentucky
Quantity Issued: 40,000,000
Printed by: Banknote Corporation of America
Printing Method: Offset, Microprint
Format: Panes of 20
Tagging: Phosphor Tagged Paper, Block Tag
Why the stamp was issued: To commemorate the shortfin mako shark.
About the stamp design: Pictures shortfin mako shark on an ocean blue background. Original artwork by Sam Weber.
First Day City: The First Day of Issue Ceremony was held in Newport, Kentucky, home to Newport Aquarium and its “Shark Central” exhibit.
About the Sharks set: Commemorates five species of shark that call our oceans home: shortfin mako, whale, pelagic thresher, scalloped hammerhead, and great white. Original artwork by Sam Weber.
History the stamp represents: The shortfin mako is the fastest shark species in the world. It can reach top speeds of over 40 miles per hour and uses this to its advantage when hunting prey like swordfish and tuna. Shortfin mako sharks prefer open ocean waters that are warmer than 61ºF and shallower than 490 feet.
“Mako” comes from the Māori (native New Zealander) word for “shark” or “shark tooth.” This was likely chosen because both shortfin and longfin mako sharks’ teeth can be seen even when their mouths are closed. While this can give the sharks a frightening look, they do not pose a serious threat to humans as they feed on fish and tend to avoid coastal waters. However, shortfin mako sharks do sometimes steal fishermen’s catch, as large, fast fish are the sharks’ favorite prey.
Shortfin mako sharks are one of four species of shark that are warm-blooded and able to raise their body temperature above the water around them. Scientists believe these higher body temperatures allow the shark to maintain higher energy levels and thus move at extremely high speeds. The shortfin mako uses this impressive swimming to snare maneuverable, fast-moving fish from below, sometimes launching itself up to 20 feet into the air. The power, speed, and vivid coloration of the shortfin mako make it one of the most beautiful and fascinating sharks found in today’s oceans.
US #5223
2017 Mako Shark – Sharks
• Pictures the shortfin mako shark
• Issued in the middle of Discovery channel’s famous Shark Week television special (held July 23-30 in 2017)
Stamp Category: Commemorative
Set: Sharks
Value: 49¢ First Class Mail Rate (Forever)
First Day of Issue: July 26, 2017
First Day City: Newport, Kentucky
Quantity Issued: 40,000,000
Printed by: Banknote Corporation of America
Printing Method: Offset, Microprint
Format: Panes of 20
Tagging: Phosphor Tagged Paper, Block Tag
Why the stamp was issued: To commemorate the shortfin mako shark.
About the stamp design: Pictures shortfin mako shark on an ocean blue background. Original artwork by Sam Weber.
First Day City: The First Day of Issue Ceremony was held in Newport, Kentucky, home to Newport Aquarium and its “Shark Central” exhibit.
About the Sharks set: Commemorates five species of shark that call our oceans home: shortfin mako, whale, pelagic thresher, scalloped hammerhead, and great white. Original artwork by Sam Weber.
History the stamp represents: The shortfin mako is the fastest shark species in the world. It can reach top speeds of over 40 miles per hour and uses this to its advantage when hunting prey like swordfish and tuna. Shortfin mako sharks prefer open ocean waters that are warmer than 61ºF and shallower than 490 feet.
“Mako” comes from the Māori (native New Zealander) word for “shark” or “shark tooth.” This was likely chosen because both shortfin and longfin mako sharks’ teeth can be seen even when their mouths are closed. While this can give the sharks a frightening look, they do not pose a serious threat to humans as they feed on fish and tend to avoid coastal waters. However, shortfin mako sharks do sometimes steal fishermen’s catch, as large, fast fish are the sharks’ favorite prey.
Shortfin mako sharks are one of four species of shark that are warm-blooded and able to raise their body temperature above the water around them. Scientists believe these higher body temperatures allow the shark to maintain higher energy levels and thus move at extremely high speeds. The shortfin mako uses this impressive swimming to snare maneuverable, fast-moving fish from below, sometimes launching itself up to 20 feet into the air. The power, speed, and vivid coloration of the shortfin mako make it one of the most beautiful and fascinating sharks found in today’s oceans.