Was there 2 Megalodons in the Meg?

According to director Ben Wheatley, The Meg 2 could actually have not one, but two megalodons swimming around. In 2018, the long-gestating adaptation of Steve Alten’s horror novel Meg: A Novel of Deep Terror finally made its way to the big screen.

How accurate is the Meg movie?

Realistic. Despite the entire concept of the movie revolving around a megalodon or (SPOILER) megalodons still being alive, the scientists in the film do acknowledge that the animal has been commonly believed to be extinct for millions of years.

How did they kill Megalodon in the movie?

In “The Meg,” Morris stealthily heads to sea in the dark of night with a mercenary force to kill off the giant prehistoric super-shark that is threatening his major underwater exploration investment. It appears that explosives dropped in the water kill the beast, which floats to the surface.

Do Megalodons still exist?

Megalodon is NOT alive today, it went extinct around 3.5 million years ago. Go to the Megalodon Shark Page to learn the real facts about the largest shark to ever live, including the actual research about it’s extinction.

Was The Meg a real shark?

The megalodon, which went extinct millions of years ago, was the largest shark ever to prowl the oceans and one of the largest fish on record. The scientific name, Otodus megalodon, means “giant tooth,” and for good reason: Its massive teeth are almost three times larger than the teeth of a modern great white shark.

How much did The Meg weigh?

205,857 pounds
So there you have it! The Meg is roughly 88 feet long, has a fin span of 66 feet, and weighs in at a truly monstrous 205,857 pounds.

How does the MEG get killed?

Helicopter Pilot and Co-Pilot – Fell into the ocean when the news helicopter crashed into theirs. The Megalodon – Eaten by smaller sharks after Jonas tore her stomach open and stabbed her in the eye.

Are they trying to bring back the megalodon?

There currently are no plans to release them into the wild, said Gober. Novak, the lead scientist at Revive & Restore, calls himself the group’s “passenger pigeon guy” for his work to someday bring back the once common bird that has been extinct for over a century.

How much is a real megalodon tooth worth?

The 6.5 inch serrated tooth was expected to sell for no less than $450, according to LiveActioneers.com. But feverish bidders took the price from $110 to nearly $2,600, including fees.

What is the largest megalodon tooth ever found?

The unofficial record for longest megalodon tooth found in South Carolina is reportedly 6.5 inches, just a centimeter bigger than Basak’s monster. The giant shark species, which went extinct approximately 3.6 million years ago, could reach 60 feet in length.