Exciting Hammerhead Shark Facts for Kids Hammerhead sharks are revered by shark enthusiasts because of their distinctly odd head shape. However, several types of this shark are greatly feared because of their very aggressive behavior and number of attacks on human beings. These hammerheads love to live in warm water that is found along the coastlines. Their species are also spread across various tropic and sub tropic waters across the globe. During the summer months, they are seen migrating to cooler waters.