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hammerhead shark

/ˈhæməhed ʃɑːk/

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/ˈhæməhed ʃɑːk/B2formalscientific
  • ruТип акулы, принадлежащий к семейству Sphyrnidae, характеризующийся характерной уплощенной головой в форме молота, называемой цефалофойлом, которая улучшает ее зрение и электрорецепцию.

A type of shark belonging to the family Sphyrnidae, characterized by a distinctive flattened, hammer-shaped head called a cephalofoil, which enhances its vision and electroreception.

  1. Hammerhead sharkB2formal

    A type of shark belonging to the family Sphyrnidae, characterized by a distinctive flattened, hammer-shaped head called a cephalofoil.

    ruАкула-молот

    • The hammerhead shark uses its wide head to pin down prey.
    • Hammerhead sharks are often found in warm coastal waters.
    • Scientists study the unique sensory organs on the hammerhead shark's head.