135 - Dunkleosteus - Snapper Jaws

135 - Dunkleosteus - Snapper Jaws

Update: 2025-06-10
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Meet Dunkleosteus, the armored fish with jaws so strong it could snap through anything in its path! In this episode of the Dinosaur George Kids Podcast, paleontology educator Dinosaur George dives deep into the world of this prehistoric ocean predator that ruled the seas long before the dinosaurs.


Known as the β€œKing of the Ocean,” Dunkleosteus was a massive armored fish with a bite force that could crush bones, shells, and even other predators. It’s one of the most terrifying sea creatures of the Devonian Period β€” and one of the coolest prehistoric fish ever discovered!


🦈 A thrilling science podcast episode for kids who love dinosaurs, fossils, and ancient marine creatures!


You’ll discover:

  • Why Dunkleosteus was one of the most powerful fish in Earth’s history
  • How its β€œsnapper jaws” worked without any teeth!
  • What life was like in the oceans during the Devonian Period
  • How it compares to modern-day sharks and other marine predators


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🧠 The Dinosaur George Kids Podcast is a fun, family-friendly, educational science show for kids of all ages who love dinosaurs, fossils, and prehistoric creatures of all kinds.


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135 - Dunkleosteus - Snapper Jaws

135 - Dunkleosteus - Snapper Jaws

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