Entity: CARCHARODON
CARCHARODON is a genus of sharks within the family Lamnidae, colloquially known as the 'white sharks', including the great white shark and extinct related forms with carcharodont teeth.
CARCHARODON
Etymology
CARCHARODON is derived from the Ancient Greek words κάρχαρος (kárkharos), meaning 'sharp, jagged', and ὀδούς (odoús), meaning 'tooth', translating to 'sharp tooth/jagged tooth'.
Definition
CARCHARODON is a genus of sharks within the family Lamnidae, encompassing the great white shark and various extinct related forms with carcharodont teeth.
Historical Context
The genus CARCHARODON has a long evolutionary history, with the great white shark (Carcharodon carcharias) being the most well-known extant species.
Cultural Significance
CARCHARODON, particularly the great white shark, holds cultural significance as a formidable predator in various media and folklore, often portrayed as a symbol of power and danger.
Related Concepts
CARCHARODON is related to other shark genera within the Lamnidae family, such as Isurus (mako sharks) and Lamna (porbeagle sharks).
See Also
A group of sharks characterized by sharp, jagged teeth, including the great white shark and other extinct species.