❃ The great hammerhead shark is the largest member of the hammerhead shark family. It is easily recognizable by its unique, "hammer-shaped" head. It can grow to be 20 feet long and weighs up to 1,000 pounds.
❃ This shark is a top predator in the ocean food chain. It feeds on a variety of prey, including fish, squid, and other sharks.
❃ They are found in tropical and subtropical waters around the world. It is most commonly seen in the Gulf of Mexico and off the coast of Florida. The great hammerhead shark is considered to be a threatened species due to overfishing and habitat loss.