In 2026, a new wave of "evidence" is fueling the search:

: It utilized digitally manufactured "evidence" and CGI footage.

Megalodon was an apex predator, which means it had no natural predators in the wild. Its diet consisted of large prey, including whales, sea cows, and other sharks. Its hunting strategy was likely ambush-based, using its powerful sense of smell and exceptional vision to locate and attack its prey. Once it had its prey in its sights, Megalodon would use its massive speed and agility to chase it down, delivering a fatal bite with its razor-sharp teeth.

Despite the controversy (or perhaps because of it), Megalodon: The Monster Shark Lives is still available: