Sphyrna lewini

Sharks

Scalloped hammerhead shark
Bogenstirn-Hammerhai
Geschulpte hamerhaai;Lewins hamerhaai
Petit requin-marteau
Cornuda común
Squalo martello smerlato

Distribution

The tropical Atlantic
The tropical Pacific
The Red Sea
The Indian Ocean
The Mediterranean

Environment and movement of the diurnal species

The species is generally found in the open sea.
The species is generally seen moving in its environment.
The species can be found between 0 and 250 Meters.
Uncommon Species

General behaviour of the species

Species generally solitary
The animal is fearful of the diver

General characteristics of the species

Maximum size : 400 cm
Maximum age known : 35 year(s)
The animal is a hunter high in the food chain.
Diet : - - Fishes

Relationship with humans

The animal may inflict serious bites
The species is good to eat
The species is exploited in the following sector(s) :
- - Fishing or commercial aquiculture for food
- -Sport or local fishing
The species is classified asEndangered