Fossil Shark Tooth Odontus (Carcharodon) Megalodon Florida USA EA9396

  
This fossil specimen is a (Carcharodon) Odontus Megalodon tooth, measuring 53 mm on its longest edge. It dates back to the Miocene epoch, approximately 5.3 million years ago, offering a glimpse into the ancient ancestors of today's Great White Shark.

(Carcharodon) Odontus Megalodon, first described by Agassiz in 1843, has long been one of the ocean's top predators, and fossilized teeth like this one showcase the evolutionary legacy of the species. The tooth was collected from the Bone Valley Formation, specifically at the Wingate Dredge Phosphate Mine in Manatee County, Florida, USA. The Bone Valley Formation is renowned for its rich fossil deposits, particularly shark teeth, and offers a key record of marine life from the Miocene period. The formation represents a time when warm, shallow seas covered much of what is now Florida, teeming with diverse marine life.

This (Carcharodon) Odontus Megalodon tooth is characterized by its sharp, triangular shape with finely serrated edges, a hallmark of the species, designed for efficiently catching and tearing apart prey. Fossils like this tooth highlight the predatory prowess of Megalodon and offer insight into how the species has evolved over millions of years. This fossil is both scientifically valuable and visually striking, providing a direct connection to the ancient seas and the powerful predators that roamed them. As a representation of one of the most iconic shark species, this Megalodon Shark tooth is a prized specimen for fossil collectors and those interested in marine paleontology.

This is an authentic fossil, which has been prepared with great care, with little or no restoration. It may have been stabilised where necessary and any breaks repaired professionally. This specimen is provided with a floating frame, a Certificate of Authenticity and a Geological Time Scale.