14 fossilised teeth from Egypt reveal five extinct ancient shark species

Fossilised shark teeth from Egypt's Western Desert reveal prehistoric ocean life. Scientists discovered teeth from five extinct shark species in the Abu-Tartur Plateau region. These ancient predators inhabited warm tropical seas during the Late Cretaceous period. The findings expand the known record of shark diversity in North Africa. This discovery highlights Egypt's ancient marine environments hidden beneath its deserts.

By TOI World Desk