Question: did the megoladon ever exist

Gemma Cripps answered on 17 Nov 2015:

Hi Stampy

That is a big debate among people, however a recent study showed that the megalodon did exist and went extinct 2.6 million years ago.

It was a fascinating creature, reaching lengths up to 40-100ft and weighing up to 18- 50tonnes. With teeth reaching 7 inches each, they were top predators in the sea for over 25 million years in the ocean. Their name “megalodon” means big tooth 🙂

It would have been incredible to see this creature in real life!