Sharks

At Fossils UK, we share the fascination with sharks and their unimaginably powerful teeth. Follow our guide to learn more about how many teeth sharks have, how they’ve evolved and what allows them to access such tremendous force.

Picture this: you are enjoying a peaceful stroll along a windswept British beach. The tide is low, the shingle is glistening, and then your eye catches something small, sharp, and distinctly dark among the pebbles. Could it be nothing more than a shard of shell? Perhaps a curious piece of sea glass? Or, just possibly, have you stumbled upon a tangible link to the Mesozoic or Cenozoic era—a fossilised shark tooth? Finding a relic from one of the ocean’s most ancient and powerful predators is a thrill for any collector.... Read More