What kind of fish do the hammerhead sharks eat?

Hammerhead sharks are apex predators and their diet includes a wide variety of fish species, including:

  • Bony fish, such as mackerel, tuna, jacks, and sardines.
  • Cartilaginous fish, such as rays and skates.
  • Cephalopods, such as squid and octopuses.
  • Crustaceans, such as shrimp and crabs.
  • Mollusks, such as clams and snails.
  • Hammerhead sharks are known to hunt both in shallow and deep waters, and they are often seen patrolling coral reefs and other marine habitats in search of prey. They use their specialized sensory organs, such as their eyes, nostrils, and electroreceptors, to detect and track their prey. They are also known to engage in group hunting behaviors, where they cooperate to catch larger and more elusive prey species.