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Common hammerhead

Sphyrna zygaena

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About

The common hammerhead, <em>Sphyrna zygaena</em>, is a cartilaginous fish belonging to the order Carcharhiniformes, family Sphyrnidae. This species is typically found in marine environments and has a distribution that includes the waters of Chile, Denmark, Portugal, Sweden, and Taiwan, reflecting a wide range across both Atlantic and Pacific Ocean systems. As a hammerhead shark, <em>Sphyrna zygaena</em> possesses the characteristic cephalofoil, the laterally expanded head structure that provides enhanced sensory capabilities and hydrodynamic benefits. Hammerhead sharks are generally known to be active, wide-ranging predators within marine ecosystems. No dietary information has been provided for this specific species in current records. Biological traits of this species remain poorly documented in the scientific literature.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in marine environments from coastal waters to deep ocean.

Distributed across Chile, Denmark, Portugal, Sweden, and Taiwan.

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Names in Other Languages

Korean 귀상어
Japanese Shiro-shumokuzame
Spanish Cabeza de martillo
French Cagnole
German Gemeiner Hammerfisch
Portuguese Cambeba
Russian молот-рыба
Arabic Abou bornita
Turkish Cekiç baligi
Vietnamese Cá Nhám búa

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Common hammerhead?
The scientific name of Common hammerhead is Sphyrna zygaena. It belongs to the genus Sphyrna.
Where does Common hammerhead live?
Common hammerhead is found in Distributed across Chile, Denmark, Portugal, Sweden, and Taiwan.. Countries include Chile, Denmark, Portugal, Sweden, Taiwan.
What family does Common hammerhead belong to?
Common hammerhead (Sphyrna zygaena) belongs to the genus Sphyrna, which is part of the taxonomic family Sphyrnidae.
What kingdom does Common hammerhead belong to?
Common hammerhead (Sphyrna zygaena) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (สัตว์).
What are the closest relatives of Common hammerhead?
The closest relatives of Common hammerhead in the genus Sphyrna include Chalarm Hua-kong, Chalrm Hua-kon-yai, Carolina hammerhead, Bonnet hammerhead, Scoophead.

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