Winghead Shark
Eusphyra blochii
- Group: Shark
- Max size: 1.9 m
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: EN
Its head spreads into a broad wing nearly half the length of its body, the widest of any hammerhead. It works shallow shelf waters and estuaries hunting small fish, squid and crustaceans, bearing up to twenty five live pups in a litter. The species is now listed as Endangered.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Elasmobranchii › Carcharhiniformes › Sphyrnidae › Eusphyra
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 280757.
FAQ
- Is the Winghead Shark dangerous to divers?
- The Winghead Shark is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Winghead Shark get?
- The Winghead Shark grows to about 1.9 m.