The megalodon, scientifically known as *Otodus megalodon*, was a massive prehistoric shark that roamed the oceans approximately 23 to 3.6 million years ago, during the early Miocene to the Pliocene epochs. This colossal predator is believed to have been one of the largest and most powerful predators in vertebrate history. Megalodons could grow up to an estimated 60 feet in length, with some theories suggesting they might have been even larger. Their teeth, which could reach over 7 inches in leng

Megaladon! Another original-toothed #Otodus #megalodon jaw, carefully assembled with all original teeth. The second one I have touched in but a few months! This one was on display at @hagars_fossils_and_minerals in Tucson. Their booth was awesome and their material very cool. It is a thrill to be in front of such a monstrous maw, to imagine the gigantic beast behind those massive teeth. In recent months the length and weight of this animal has been modified to 50’ and smallish-whale weights. #Fo