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When did Carcharocles megalodon become extinct? A new analysis of the fossil record.
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Comments demonstrate high interest by emphasizing the use of the OLE method and its role in refining extinction estimates, such as noting it 'fills a gap in previous research.' The tone combines appreciation for scientific approaches with some skepticism, as seen in remarks about conspiracy theories and the importance of solid evidence, which shows an engaged yet cautious attitude toward the findings.
Most discussions acknowledge the use of the new OLE method and support the idea that the extinction date is being analyzed with scientific rigor.
The discussions show high curiosity about the methodology and implications of the research, indicating strong interest.
Participants reference specific methods and debate the significance of the findings, reflecting moderate engagement.
The discussions highlight the importance of accurately determining extinction dates, suggesting a modest but meaningful impact on understanding marine history.
Abstract in brief
- Carcharocles megalodon, the largest shark ever, likely went extinct around 26 million years ago during the Miocene epoch, based on recent fossil analyses.
- The study used a new method called the Optimal Linear Estimation (OLE) model to more accurately date its extinction, filling a gap in previous research.
- The extinction of Megalodon predates the rise of modern large filter-feeding whales, providing insights into how the removal of apex predators can influence marine ecosystems and their evolution over time.]
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Most liked on X and Bluesky@norvid_studies @vintageyaks Here is a fine example of using the Optimal Linear Estimation (OLE) [one of several methods] in the determination of the extinction date of the megashark Otodus megalodon https://t.co/b7gR2lIwFl
@Z3nDea @TylerGreenfieId Sadly, there will always be conspiracy theorists & cranks who won't acknowledge any evidence against the nonsense, no matter how solid. So indeed good to have papers stating the obvious. See also these 2 papers on Meg extinction: https://t.co/EtTG6DSV5j https://t.co/YQEgVQ7suG
@AdamRShannon @JacquelynGill @alexantra For most analyses, we do assume that a species goes extinct immediately after its last appearance, as Dr. Gill states. But some analyses attempt to quantify the gap between the last appearance & true time of extinction. e.g.: https://t.co/95c2PfPBZ9 by @pimientoc & @ExpEcoCons
RT @AndrejSpiridon4: @norvid_studies @vintageyaks Here is a fine example of using the Optimal Linear Estimation (OLE) [one of several metho…
RT @sobretubaroes: +Infos: https://t.co/tlg9nsrAAz https://t.co/leFcXjCC2P https://t.co/Pxs5ZeCwuM https://t.co/i6M0JU6FE5 https://t.co…
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RT @AndrejSpiridon4: @norvid_studies @vintageyaks Here is a fine example of using the Optimal Linear Estimation (OLE) [one of several metho…
@norvid_studies @vintageyaks Here is a fine example of using the Optimal Linear Estimation (OLE) [one of several methods] in the determination of the extinction date of the megashark Otodus megalodon https://t.co/b7gR2lIwFl
RT @CooperPalaeo: @Z3nDea @TylerGreenfieId Sadly, there will always be conspiracy theorists & cranks who won't acknowledge any evidence aga…
@Z3nDea @TylerGreenfieId Sadly, there will always be conspiracy theorists & cranks who won't acknowledge any evidence against the nonsense, no matter how solid. So indeed good to have papers stating the obvious. See also these 2 papers on Meg extinction: https://t.co/EtTG6DSV5j https://t.co/YQEgVQ7suG
RT @sobretubaroes: +Infos: https://t.co/tlg9nsrAAz https://t.co/leFcXjCC2P https://t.co/Pxs5ZeCwuM https://t.co/i6M0JU6FE5 https://t.co…
+Infos: https://t.co/tlg9nsrAAz https://t.co/leFcXjCC2P https://t.co/Pxs5ZeCwuM https://t.co/i6M0JU6FE5 https://t.co/V0wlGI7cNS https://t.co/Y1JhkA7kVa
@AdamRShannon @JacquelynGill @alexantra For most analyses, we do assume that a species goes extinct immediately after its last appearance, as Dr. Gill states. But some analyses attempt to quantify the gap between the last appearance & true time of extinction. e.g.: https://t.co/95c2PfPBZ9 by @pimientoc & @ExpEcoCons
#PLOSONE: When Did Carcharocles megalodon Become Extinct? A New Analysis of the Fossil Record http://dx.plos.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0111086
PLOS ONE: When Did Carcharocles megalodon Become Extinct? A New Analysis of the Fossil Record http://journals.plos.org/plosone/article?id=10.1371/journal.pone.0111086
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