Sphyrna vespertina [Sphyrna vespertina]
Description
Sphyrna vespertina is a hammerhead that divers may encounter in suitable coastal and offshore waters, though sightings can be less common than for some other hammerhead species. If you’re lucky enough to see one, expect a calm, purposeful swim—its hammer-shaped head and steady posture make it stand out against the blue.
Where To See Sphyrna vespertina
No sighting locations recorded yet.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Fish, Sharks & Rays (plus Sea Turtles & Whales)
Chordata
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|---|---|
| Class |
Elasmobranchs (Sharks, Rays, Skates)
Elasmobranchii
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| Order |
Requiem Sharks
Carcharhiniformes
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| Family |
Bonnethead
Sphyrnidae
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| Genus |
Sphyrna
Sphyrna
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