Hammerhead Shark

Best Months

Discover where and when to observe Hammerhead Shark (Sphyrna lewini & Sphyrna mokarran) in the wild. 13 observation spots worldwide: Darwin & Wolf Islands (Galapagos, Ecuador), Bimini (Bahamas), Malpelo Island (Colombia), Cocos Island (Costa Rica), Fuvahmulah (Maldives). Interactive migration map and travel tips.

• January: 95%
• February: 95%
• July: 95%
• August: 95%
• September: 95%
• March: 90%

13 Observation Spots Worldwide

• Darwin & Wolf Islands (Galapagos, Ecuador) - 95% (Jul, Aug, Sep)
• Bimini (Bahamas) - 95% (Jan, Feb, Mar)
• Malpelo Island (Colombia) - 90% (Dec, Feb, Mar)
• Cocos Island (Costa Rica) - 90% (Jul, Aug, Sep)
• Fuvahmulah (Maldives) - 85% (Feb, Jan, Mar)
• Socorro / Revillagigedo (Mexico) - 85% (Apr, May, Mar)
• Protea Banks (South Africa) - 85% (Oct, Nov, Dec)
• Mikomoto Island (Japan) - 85% (Aug, Jul, Sep)
• Layang Layang (Malaysia) - 80% (Apr, May, Jun)
• Daedalus Reef (Red Sea, Egypt) - 80% (Jul, Aug, Jun)
• Rangiroa / Tiputa Pass (French Polynesia) - 75% (Feb, Jan, Mar)
• Banda Sea (Indonesia) - 75% (Oct, Sep, Nov)
• South West Rocks / Fish Rock (Australia) - 70% (Nov, Dec, Jan)