Great Hammerhead Shark

Great Hammerhead Shark

Sphyrna mokarran

Critically Endangered
DESCRIPTION

The great hammerhead is the largest hammerhead species, recognizable by its wide, flat head and tall, curved dorsal fin. As a migratory apex predator, it uses its unique head for enhanced sensing and pinning down prey.

Max Length 6 m
Max Weight 580 kg
Lifespan 20 - 44 years
Habitat Seabed, coastal zone, deep water, open water, and coral reef
Depth Range 1 - 300 m
Diet
Carnivore
Activity
Crepuscular
Social Behavior Solitary
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