Hunt For Prehistoric Fossils When You Visit Shark Tooth Beach In Georgia
By Marisa Roman|Published February 02, 2021
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A New Jersey native with over 15 years of writing experience, Marisa has studied at both New York University and Florida International University. She has lived all over the country, including a decade stint in South Florida. Marisa is well-versed in exploration as she travels a good majority of the year in her self-converted Sprinter van. Her articles have been featured in various notable publications over the years, she has a published collection of short stories, and three completed screenplays under her belt.
It might be surprising to learn that on Jekyll Island there is a beach where you can find actual prehistoric fossils. Shark Tooth Beach in Georgia is a hidden gem, where adventurers can hunt for Megaladon shark teeth that have washed up onshore or have been hidden in the mud for years. Perhaps the least-known beach on Jekyll Island, you won’t have any signs pointing you in the direction to find these prehistoric fossils. But once you make your way ashore, you’ll be in for a real treat.
On Shark Tooth Beach, part of Jekyll Island, visitors can hunt for prehistoric Megalodon fossils that are potentially millions of years old.
Don’t be surprised if the beach is littered with oyster shells either—during low tide, you’ll be able to find strips of exposed mud which make for the perfect hunting ground for shark teeth fossils.
Also, make sure you have a lot of patience during your exploration—there are plenty of visitors who found only one single shark tooth fossil after a few hours of searching.
Even if you come up empty-handed, the experience of hunting the beach and searching for these prehistoric fossils is a great way to spend an afternoon on Jekyll Island.
Have you ever visited Shark Tooth Beach in Georgia before? Share with us your experience in the comments section! We’d love to hear if you’ve ever come across any shark fossils!
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