Michael Flores+FollowTiny ancient shark found in Mammoth CaveA fossil find in Kentucky’s Mammoth Cave just rewrote what we know about ancient sharks. Scientists uncovered a never-before-seen species, Macadens olsoni, with a jaw full of teeth arranged in a way no other shark has ever shown—just one row on each side and three big teeth up front. This little predator, less than a foot long, likely snacked on mollusks and worms 340 million years ago. It’s wild to think such unique creatures once swam where we now walk underground. What other surprises might be hiding beneath our feet? #Science #MammothCave #FossilDiscovery10Share
martinezlaura+FollowTiny ancient shark found in Mammoth CaveTurns out, Mammoth Cave wasn’t always dry land—it used to be a bustling sea packed with strange creatures! Researchers just uncovered a new species of ancient shark, Macadens olsoni, that swam here 340 million years ago. This little guy was only about a foot long but had a wild set of curved teeth perfect for crushing prey. It’s wild to think our local caves once teemed with sharks, mollusks, and bizarre worms. Each fossil find here not only rewrites what we know about ancient oceans but also highlights why protecting our natural history is so important. What do you think they’ll find next? #Science #MammothCave #AncientShark47611Share
