Megalodon may have been up to 80 feet long, but the colossal extinct shark was also probably thinner than scientists previously thought, according to a new study.

According to a new study, the ancient predator which became extinct nearly four million years ago, could be even larger than previously thought. Find out more here.

Comparing the prehistoric predator to today’s great white probably resulted in an underestimation.

Megalodon have always been compared to the modern great white shark. Scientists have found a reason why it shouldn't be.

Everyone's favorite prehistoric shark may have been much sleeker and much larger than previously thought. A new study suggests that the megalodon wasn't as stocky as the great white shark, and that it could have reached over 24 m (80 ft) in length.