What's the difference between a Megalodon and a Great White shark?

Answer by  HilaryC (1382)

A major difference is the megalodon is an ancient creature and is now extinct. The great white shark existed at an earlier point and evolved into what it is today.

Answer by  shesallgirltalk (30)

The Megalodon was much bigger than she Great Whie shark. The Megalodon could grow up to 75 feet long and weigh many tons while the Great white shark has only been known to grow up to 20 feet long and weigh up to a couple thousand kilograms. Because of the size the Megaladon would have had much thicker fins.

Answer by  DactyL (326)

The Megalodon is thought to be the Great White's extinct ancestor. They share similar traits, however Megalodon was two to three times larger. Mature Great White's tend to grow to lengths of 20 feet, while Megalodon is reported to approach anywhere from 35 to 60 feet in length.