Megalodon vs. Great White Shark
Sometimes it’s difficult to comprehend how huge ancient megalodons were. This image compares a megalodon and the contemporary great white shark. These extinct sharks were enormous, with a length of 60 feet and a weight of over 40,000 pounds estimated for them.
According to scientists ‘ estimates, Megalodon lived between 2.3 and 3.6 million years ago. It is classified as an Otodontidae family, although scientists have not yet determined the genus. The creature also significantly influenced popular culture, with authors writing books, making films, and developing video games about it.