Fossil tooth of Otodus from Morocco

The fossil teeth of otodus are evidence of the existence of giant sharks that inhabited the oceans during the Cenozoic era. Belonging to an extinct genus of lamniform sharks, otodus were fearsome predators, some reaching colossal sizes, comparable to those of the famous megalodon. Their teeth, particularly robust and well preserved in the fossil record, constitute a valuable source of information for paleontologists.

otodus teeth are distinguished by their size, their characteristic triangular shape and their serrated edges, perfectly adapted to the capture and cutting of bulky prey. The morphology of these teeth varies according to the species of otodus and their position in the jaw. The enamel covering the teeth is generally thick and resistant, which explains their excellent preservation over millions of years.

The geographical distribution of otodus deposits makes it possible to reconstruct the ancient migratory routes of these sharks and to better understand the climatic and environmental changes that have marked our planet.