Great Hammerhead
Sphyrna mokarran
- Group: Shark
- Typical depth: 1–300 m
- Max size: 6.1 m
- For divers: caution
- IUCN status: CR
The biggest of the hammerheads grows beyond six metres and ranges from shallow reefs to well offshore. Stingrays and other rays are its favourite prey, along with groupers and sea catfish. Heavily fished, it is now critically endangered.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Elasmobranchii › Carcharhiniformes › Sphyrnidae › Sphyrna
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 105817.
FAQ
- How deep does the Great Hammerhead live?
- The Great Hammerhead (Sphyrna mokarran) is typically found at 1–300 m.
- Is the Great Hammerhead dangerous to divers?
- Divers should approach the Great Hammerhead with care.
- How big does the Great Hammerhead get?
- The Great Hammerhead grows to about 6.1 m.