Newly rediscovered fossil vertebrae from the extinct shark Otodus megalodon are providing fresh insights into the creature's size and lifespan. These massive vertebrae, some measuring 9 inches in diameter, support previous estimates that Megalodon could reach lengths of nearly 80 feet. Micro-CT scans of the fossils revealed at least 64 growth bands, suggesting the shark lived for at least 64 years and potentially up to 96 years, indicating a slow growth and long life similar to modern large sharks. AI
RANK_REASON New scientific findings based on fossil evidence. [lever_c_demoted from research: ic=1 ai=0.1]
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