Hammerhead shark spotted in the waters of Arrecife

A hammerhead shark has been spotted and filmed off the coast of Arrecife, the capital of Lanzarote.

In the calm waters of Tuesday morning on the 30th January a fisherman captured footage of a solitary hammerhead shark swimming around with its dorsal fin out of the water.

The hammerhead is classed a vulnerable species by the International Union for Conservation of Nature, and with its unique hammer like shaped head can grow up to 5 meters long.

Sharks are not uncommon to the island of Lanzarote, and its a known preservation area for species such as the Angel.

The hammerhead shark doesn't usually pose any threat to humans, but it's a magnificent thing to see in the waters around the island.

If you're coming to the island soon, be sure to check out some of the best things to do in Lanzarote before you visit.

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