Maryland SB135 designates the megalodon as the state shark of Maryland.
Maryland SB135 establishes the megalodon as the state shark of Maryland. The bill renumbers a section of the Annotated Code of Maryland to reflect this designation. The megalodon, an extinct macro predator, is recognized for its significant fossil history in Maryland, with over 1,700 fossilized teeth found in Calvert County and the Calvert Marine Museum. The bill emphasizes the role of prehistoric sharks like the megalodon in shaping ecosystems and highlights the importance of Maryland's rich fossil record.
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