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If You Thought a Great White Shark Was Big

The name "Great White Shark" might lead you to believe it’s the largest and most fearsome creature in the ocean. While these sharks are indeed massive and intimidating, they’re practically tiny compared to the ancient megalodon. This prehistoric predator, now thankfully extinct, could grow up to 60 feet long—three times the size of a great white

Imagine the terror of encountering a megalodon in today’s waters! If great white sharks already make you nervous, you’d be 50 times more scared of these colossal beasts. Why? Their jaws were powerful enough to crush a car, and they feasted on whales. Lucky for us, the megalodon disappeared millions of years ago, leaving the great white as the ocean’s top predator. So next time you’re hesitant to dive in, remember: it could’ve been much worse. You’re only dealing with great whites, not a megalodon!