Hammerhead Sharks are a group of sharks that form the family Sphyrnidae. They have lived from the early Miocene epoch, approximately 23 million years ago, until the present day. Their name comes from the unusual shape of their head, which is flattened and extended laterally into a hammer-like shape. This bizarre shape gives the shark superior binocular vision as well as excellent depth perception.
Hammerhead sharks can range in length from 1 to 6 meters. Their color is generally light gray, with a greenish tinge and a white belly, which allows them to camouflage when viewed from below. The shape of the head can vary depending on the species. Compared to other sharks, hammerhead sharks have a disproportionately small mouth. Their diet is varied and consists of fish (including other sharks), cuttlefish, octopuses, crustaceans, and stingrays. They often swim along the ocean floor in pursuit of prey, and their unique head is used as a weapon when hunting.
