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  1. Hammerhead shark - Wikipedia

    The hammerhead sharks are a group of sharks that form the family Sphyrnidae, named for the unusual and distinctive form of their heads, which are flattened and laterally extended into a …

  2. Hammerhead shark | Diet, Size, & Facts | Britannica

    4 days ago · Hammerhead shark, any of 10 shark species belonging to the genera Sphyrna (9 species) and Eusphyrna (1 species), characterized by a flattened hammer- or shovel-shaped …

  3. Hammerhead Sharks - National Geographic

    The great hammerhead is the largest of the nine identified species of this shark. It can grow up to 20 feet in length and weigh up to 1,000 pounds, although smaller sizes are more common.

  4. How New Research Is Changing What We Know About The Great Hammerhead

    Nov 3, 2025 · The great hammerhead (Sphyrna mokarran) — one of the ocean’s most iconic predators — is in deeper peril than once thought. Once believed to roam vast ocean basins, …

  5. The 10 Known Species of Hammerhead Sharks: A Guide by Shark

    May 18, 2025 · Learn about the 10 species of hammerhead sharks found worldwide. Discover their habitats, scientific names, and IUCN conservation status in this educational and …

  6. Hammerhead Shark | Habitat, Size, Diet & Interesting Facts

    Jul 8, 2025 · Discover the fascinating Hammerhead Shark, an apex predator known for its unique cephalofoil and vital role in marine ecosystems.

  7. DNA in seawater reveals lost hammerhead sharks | ScienceDaily

    4 days ago · A revolutionary eDNA test detects endangered hammerhead sharks using genetic traces left in seawater, eliminating the need to capture or even see them. This powerful tool …

  8. 25 Interesting Facts About Hammerhead Sharks - Fact Bud

    Nov 6, 2025 · Discover 25 Interesting Facts About Hammerhead Sharks in our latest blog post! Dive into a world of interesting tidbits that will leave you amazed and informed.

  9. Hammerhead Shark: Facts And Information - Shark Truth

    Hammerhead Sharks are opportunistic predators with a varied diet that includes fish, rays, cephalopods, and crustaceans. Their unique head shape plays a crucial role in locating and …

  10. Hammerhead Shark - Ocean Conservancy

    Hammerhead sharks are one of the most recognizable sharks in the sea! No one has a head quite like theirs, which is where they got their name (no surprise). Hammerhead sharks have very …