Fun Facts

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Hammerhead sharks have special sense organs called ampullae of Lorenzini. They help the shark detect tiny electrical signals from living creatures.

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Because its eyes are on the edges of its “hammer,” a hammerhead shark has an almost all-around view of the ocean.

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Shark teeth fall out and are replaced many times. Sharks almost always have spare teeth ready to use.

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Some hammerhead sharks gather in large groups. This group is called a school.

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Baby hammerhead sharks are born fully formed and can swim right away.