Older than trees! Sharks are 450 million years old and have circled the galaxy twice
Sharks, ancient mariners predating trees and dinosaurs, have survived five mass extinctions through remarkable adaptability. Their ability to exploit diverse aquatic habitats and consume a wide range of food sources has ensured their resilience. These enduring creatures, with lineages stretching back 450 million years, continue to fascinate scientists with their evolutionary diversity and longevity.
Sharks, ancient mariners predating trees and dinosaurs, have survived five mass extinctions through remarkable adaptability. Their ability to exploit diverse aquatic habitats and consume a wide range of food sources has ensured their resilience. These enduring creatures, with lineages stretching back 450 million years, continue to fascinate scientists with their evolutionary diversity and longevity.
