Massive hamerhead shark found dead on Satellite Beach

Beachgoers in Satellite Beach were stunned Monday morning to find a massive hammerhead shark, estimated at 400 pounds, washed up near Seagull Park.

SATELLITE BEACH, Fla. - Beachgoers in Satellite Beach were stunned Monday morning to find a massive shark, estimated at 400 pounds, washed up near Seagull Park.

What we know:

A 400-pound great hammerhead shark washed ashore near Seagull Park in Satellite Beach on Monday morning. The shark did not survive.

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Researchers said the animal likely died after being caught and released by a fisherman, as stress from the encounter can often prove fatal. A hook was still lodged in its mouth when the shark was found.

What we don't know:

Authorities have not i

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