Mammoth Cave, shark and Fossil

340-million-year-old 'nail tooth' shark found deep inside Mammoth Cave in Kentucky
Scientists have found ancient nail tooth shark fossils deep inside Mammoth Cave in Kentucky, revealing new information about a mysterious group of extinct predators.
Fossilized ‘Chipmunk Shark’ teeth discovered in Mammoth Cave rock layer
The Chipmunk Shark was believed to have swam along the ocean floor that is said to have covered much of central Kentucky during the Middle Mississippian period, officials claim.
Fossils of chipmunk shark, an ancient species with an adorable name, found in Mammoth Cave
Paleontologists at Mammoth Cave National Park have unearthed an ancient shark species previously unknown to science.
Ancient tiny shark species discovered at Mammoth Cave National Park
A tiny shark species dating back hundreds of millions of years has been identified at Mammoth Cave National Park in Kentucky, the National Park Service said.
At least 20 jobs cut at Mammoth Cave National Park amid Trump administration purge
At least 20 employees at Mammoth Cave National Park in Kentucky are feeling the effects of sweeping federal job cuts put in place by the Trump administration at national parks across the country.
New Shark Species Identified At Mammoth Cave National Park
A new species of shark has been discovered a Mammoth Cave National Park, where fossil records have revealed more than 70 species of shark that swam in the ocean when this part of present-day Kentucky was under water about 340 million years ago.
World's longest cave reveals tiny 'Chipmunk Shark' species with iron nail-like teeth
The US National Park Service announced the identification of a new species of ancient shark, Clavusodens mcginnisi, discovered in Mammoth Cave National Park. The species name honors David McGinnis for his leadership in paleontological resource stewardship.
Federal layoffs hit Daniel Boone National Forest, and more could be coming
Impacts to trail maintenance, visitor services, facilities upkeep, volunteer coordination and more are expected as forest ...
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A Day In The Park: Mammoth Cave National Park
Mammoth Cave National Park in Kentucky celebrates the world’s longest known cave system at over 426 miles (686 km), home to ...
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New ancient shark species discovered in Kentucky cave; Here's what it looked like
A new-to-science species of ancient shark was recently discovered in Mammoth Cave National Park in Kentucky. The small shark named Clavusodens mcginnisi, or “McGinnis’ nail tooth,” is a new ...
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Exploring KY: Kentucky’s Fascinating Cave Country
Not only did he become a casualty, but he also became a symbol of the Kentucky Cave Wars that rocked the region in the early ...