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The Ultimate Shark Playlist

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Dive into the incredible world of sharks with this thrilling BBC Learning Hub playlist! From the sleek and powerful great white to the gentle giant whale shark and the uniquely shaped hammerhead, these videos showcase the beauty and mystery of the ocean's most iconic predators. Perfect for sparking curiosity and a little shark-inspired awe in your classroom! 🦈

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For: The Great Hammerhead Shark

Q: What do great hammerhead sharks eat?
A: They eat rays, octopuses, smaller sharks, and even other hammerheads.

Q: What is the purpose of their hammer-shaped head?
A: It spreads out the electrical sensing organs, helping them find food.

Q: What have hammerheads been seen doing?
A: They’ve been seen holding stingrays down on the bottom of the ocean while they eat them.

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