Experts have speculated that one ancient sea creature was even more powerful than the mighty megalodon. Megalodons, extinct species of mackerel sharks, lived approximately 23 million to 3.6 million years ago.

The megalodon, with its size comparable to three long SUVs and sheer strength, was an apex predator, sitting at the top of the food chain with no natural predators. However, another apex predator roamed the seas millions of years ago: the Livyatan, a hunting whale that lived around 13 million years ago.

Measuring 44 to 57 feet long and weighing up to 62.8 tons, the Livyatan is recognized as the largest known whale in history. Some experts believe that the Livyatan would have won in a fight against the ancient shark, the megalodon.

The Livyatan held several advantages over the megalodon. Firstly, the whale could propel at speeds up to 20 miles per hour, while the megalodon could only reach top speeds of 11 miles per hour.

Another crucial advantage was the size of the teeth. The Livyatan boasted massive teeth in both jaws, each measuring over 1 foot in length, compared to the megalodon’s teeth, which were only around 7 inches long.

The Livyatan’s superior hunting abilities are highlighted by its teeth size, allowing it to potentially rip out large amounts of flesh when biting prey.

In contrast, the megalodon’s preferred method of attacking—digging into the stomachs of prey—might not be as effective against a massive whale.

The outcome of a fight between a Livyatan and a megalodon would depend on various factors, including environmental conditions. However, based on available evidence, it is likely that the Livyatan would emerge victorious in a battle against the Megalodon.