Hammerhead shark
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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 cephalofoil. T
Scalloped Hammerhead Shark Sphyrna Lewini
The hammer-like shape of the head means that hammerhead sharks can sweep for prey more effectively.
A hammerhead shark in shallow water
A great hammerhead gliding along the sea bed
Scalloped hammerhead
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The scalloped hammerhead is a species of hammerhead shark in the family Sphyrnidae. It was originally known as Zygaena lewini. The Greek word sphyrna translates into "hammer" in English, referring to
Hammerhead shark
…this shape differs somewhat between species; examples are: a distinct T-shape in the great hammerhead, a rounded head with a central notch in the scalloped hammerhead, and an unnotched rounded head in the smooth hammerhead. Hammerheads have disproportionately small mouths compared to other shark species. Some species…
Scalloped hammerhead shark Costa Rica
Sphyrna lewini Gervais
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