New species of ancient shark discovered at Mammoth Cave National Park

A new ancient shark species, Macadens olsoni, has been discovered in Mammoth Cave National Park, Kentucky, with fossils dating back approximately 340 to 335 million years. This discovery, which highlights the diversity of ancient marine life, was made by a team from the National Park Service and the Smithsonian, contributing to the understanding of past ecosystems.

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