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‘An enigma’: scientists finally learn what giant prehistoric shark looked like
Full and part skeletons found in Mexico reveal body shape and anatomy of Ptychodus as well as its likely diet
Fossil experts say they have gained unprecedented insights into a type of enormous prehistoric shark, after finding complete skeletons of the creatures.
The specimens, discovered in small quarries in north-eastern Mexico within the last decade, belong to Ptychodus – a creature that roamed the seas from around 105m to 75m years ago.
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‘I’m happy we’re not killing them any more’: Ireland’s last basking shark hunter on the return of the giants
For 30 years, Brian McNeill hunted the world’s second-biggest fish from small boats off the wild west coast of Ireland. Now the species has made a recovery so rapid it has astounded scientists. The ambush was simple. A spotter on a hill would scan ...The Guardian - World -
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Five 2024 NHL Draft prospects Sharks should consider
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An early look at the Broncos' QB battle: What do Stidham, Wilson, Nix bring to the table?
The three quarterbacks will have opportunities throughout the offseason to prove who should be Denver's starter.ESPN - Sports - NFL -
What we learned from Caitlin Clark's WNBA preseason debut as No. 1 overall pick scores 21 points for Fever
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Battle of the NL powerhouses: What we learned from Dodgers' series sweep of Braves
Two powerhouses just wrapped up their first series of 2024. Here are our takeaways from the potential NLCS preview.ESPN - Sports - MLB
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