Holy Hammerhead!
Sandeep Alapati
Introduction
Appearance
Why don’t we start with the looks of this 9 species shark? You have probably noticed already that the Hammerhead Shark has a very absurd looking head. Its head is flat and wide, and the eyes of this underwater creature is to the side of the head. Because of this reason, it gets a 360° view of its surroundings which makes it almost unstoppable. The weight of this ferocious predator varies from 500 lb. - 1,000 lb ( ¼ - ½ ton) and can grow up to 20 ft. Most Hammerhead Sharks have a greenish tint to them, but some are gray. This gives them the ability to camouflage and go undiscovered on its prey. And lastly, all species of this shark have sharp triangular teeth.
Diet
An amazing fact to learn about this water carnivore, is that there is only one species of Hammerhead Shark that is potentially dangerous to humans, and that is the great Hammerhead. The other 8 species eat a variety of different animals including rays, fish, squid, octopi, and other sharks in order to survive. Due to this reason, this oddly - headed shark is a carnivore and only eats meat. It obtains its food by pinning the prey down by using its “hammer”, and takes bites while pinning it down. Finally, the Hammerhead Shark uses sonar wave detection as a sixth sense, which it uses to find its prey more easily.
Habitat
It is also true that the Hammerhead Shark lives in a very fascinating habitat. It roams the seas of warm waters of the continental shelves and lies in depths of 260 ft. This flathead fish is found in tropical and subtropical waters worldwide. Plus, these attracting sea creatures like to stay in herds, so if you see one one, you very likely to find another one. Sometimes, they are found to be with over 100 different Hammerheads! And lastly, these giant sharks tend to migrate to cooler waters in the summer.
Conclusion
Whether you are a peaceful stingray or squid floating along, remember that you are always in danger by the ferocious Hammerhead Shark. Without a doubt, this underwater animal has an amazing diet, appearance, and habitat. Truly, this species of shark is very captivating.
Think Tank
Uptown Funk by: Bruno Mars
Hammerhead Parody
What is this big head attached
to this big fish?
This is used for many hunting
tactics.
Cruising,
in the,
bottom of the sea.
He sees a fish,
he attacks it too,
dinner for this
shark.
It’s too fast,
it’s the Hammerhead.
Call the animal control,
it’s out of tone,
it’s too fast,
it’s the Hammerhead.
Make the Great White
retire man
it’s too fast,
it’s the Hammerhead
it sees a squid,
it pins it down,
breakfast is
served.
And it’s all about that head,
head it down,
Ray hit your Hallelujah (ooh)
x3
Cause the Hammerhead’s got no mercy
x3
Saturday night we be in the spot
Don’t believe me just watch
x3
Ay! Ay! Ay! ohh
Stop!
Hold your head,
fill my tummy put some Rays in it
take a bite,
throw what’s left,
Algae take the rest
Cruising,
in the,
bottom of the sea
If it shows up,
it’s gonna eat it,
smoother than a fresh dry fishy
It’s too fast,
it’s the Hammerhead
Call the animal control
it’s out of tone,
it’s too fast,
it’s the Hammerhead
Make the Great White retire man,
it’s too fast,
it’s the Hammerhead
It sees a squid it,
pins it down,
lunch has just been served
And it’s all about the head,
head it down,
Ray hit your hallelujah (ooh)
x3
Cause the Hammerhead’s got no mercy (ooh)
x3
Saturday night we be in the sea
Don’t believe me just watch
x3
Ay! Ay! Ay! ahhh!