How big is the Bonnethead Shark?

Bonnethead Shark (Sphyrna tiburo) reaches 50–150 cm in length.

At what depth can you find the Bonnethead Shark?

Bonnethead Shark is found between 1–80 m deep.

Where can you find the Bonnethead Shark?

Found in: Caribbean, Eastern Pacific, Mediterranean.

Bonnethead Shark (Sphyrna tiburo)

Key facts

Scientific name: Sphyrna tiburo
Common name: Bonnethead Shark
Category: Fish
Family: Sphyrnidae
Genus: Sphyrna
Size: 50–150 cm
Depth: 1–80 m
IUCN status: Vulnerable (VU)
Danger level: Harmless
Habitats: sandy-bottom, seagrass-meadow, coral-reef
Behaviours: benthic, schooling, solitary
Ocean zones: Caribbean, Eastern Pacific, Mediterranean

Description

Small hammerhead (50-150 cm) grey-brown with white belly. Characteristic flattened head but less extreme than other Sphyrna. Shallow coastal benthic habitat (1-80 m) West Atlantic, Mediterranean, tropical Pacific. Often gregarious near bottom. Small fish benthic predator. Conservation: vulnerable. Diving: good introductory hammerhead candidate.

Photo of Bonnethead Shark

Frequently asked questions

How big is the Bonnethead Shark?: Bonnethead Shark (Sphyrna tiburo) reaches 50–150 cm in length.
At what depth can you find the Bonnethead Shark?: Bonnethead Shark is found between 1–80 m deep.
Is the Bonnethead Shark dangerous to divers?: Danger level: Harmless.
What is the conservation status of the Bonnethead Shark?: IUCN status: Vulnerable (VU).
Where can you find the Bonnethead Shark?: Found in: Caribbean, Eastern Pacific, Mediterranean.

Other species in the genus Sphyrna

Sources

Taxonomy: WoRMS (AphiaID 158517)
Photos: iNaturalist (CC BY-NC)
Distribution: GBIF (taxonKey 2418800)
Conservation: IUCN Red List
Encyclopedia: Wikipedia