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How Fast Can a Megalodon Shark Swim? Top Speed Explained
Discover how fast the massive prehistoric megalodon shark could swim, with speeds estimated between 11 and 25 mph. This article dives into fossil evidence, biomechanics, and comparisons with modern sharks to reveal how its powerful tail and streamlined body enabled swift bursts for ambush hunting, shaping its dominance as an apex predator millions of years ago.