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Mote's replica takes a bite out of extinct shark


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  • | 4:00 a.m. July 13, 2011
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If you’re looking for some giant pearly whites for your next photo-op, check out Mote Marine Aquarium’s new replica of a megalodon shark jaw. Megalodon sharks became extinct 2 million years ago and are the largest shark species in history known to science. They could grow to 60 feet and weigh approximately 77 tons. The jaw at Mote is 10 feet wide, and visitors can pose inside it and get photo prints for $5 (not included with aquarium admission). Call 388-4441.

 

 

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