Rethinking Megalodon: New Study Reveals Surprising Body Shape

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Researchers suggest that the megalodon, a gigantic prehistoric shark, may have had a slimmer and more elongated body shape than previously thought, challenging past reconstructions that likened it to a larger great white shark. The study highlights the need for a complete megalodon skeleton to confirm its true size and body form. While some experts argue that the new analysis does not disprove previous hypotheses, the evolving understanding of prehistoric creatures, including the megalodon, underscores the dynamic nature of paleontological research.
- Huge, fearsome … and slender: rethink megalodon body shape, experts say The Guardian
- Controversial study claims megalodon didn't look like a 50-foot giant great white shark Yahoo Life
- Megalodons were skinnier than we previously thought, new study suggests CNN
- Megalodon not quite as mega as scientists and 'The Meg' filmmakers thought: new study New York Post
- Scientists are discovering the truth about the Megalodon UNILAD
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