Collectors of prehistoric shark teeth often like to display prehistoric shark models next to their fossil collections.  The models provide an illustration of what the prehistoric fish might have looked like.  For example, collectors of megalodon teeth purchase megalodon models from Everything Dinosaur.  Team members are often asked which models to recommend.  There are a lot to choose from.  Papo introduced a Otodus megalodon figure into their range.  It is popular with fossil fans and shark teeth collectors.

The Papo Otodus megalodon model (lateral view).

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The Papo Otodus megalodon model measures over twenty centimetres in length.  It is supplied with its own transparent support stand and displays well next to fossilised shark teeth.

To view the range of Papo prehistoric animal models: Papo Prehistoric Animal Figures.

The Papo shark model is one of our favourites, it is a good size and also reasonably priced.

Selecting Megalodon Models

CollectA have introduced their own megalodon model.  Measuring around twenty-eight centimetres in length it is considerably larger than the Papo figure.  It has an articulated jaw, and the teeth have been well painted.  The CollectA Deluxe megalodon figure has a declared scale of 1:60.

The CollectA 1:40 scale megalodon shark model.

The countershading is greatly emphasised, and the figure gives the impression of a much heavier, bulkier animal.

To view the CollectA Deluxe range of prehistoric animals: CollectA Deluxe Prehistoric Life Models.

For fans of larger shark figures we can recommend the PNSO figures.  The biggest Otodus megalodon model in the PNSO range is now quite rare.  It was one of the first large models introduced by this manufacturer.  It is regarded as a classic prehistoric shark model.  The PNSO “Patton” the megalodon model is around thirty-two centimetres in length.

The PNSO large megalodon model “Patton” being held by an Everything Dinosaur team member.

Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur

Collectors looking for a shark figure with a custom stand can choose the Haolonggood megalodon model. This shark figure (Li Jun) measures twenty-two centimetres long.  Moreover, on its custom display base the model stands some fourteen centimetres high. The Li Jun the Haolonggood Otodus megalodon model is supplied with an Everything Dinosaur Otodus megalodon fact sheet.

The Haolonggood Otodus megalodon figure complete with a spectacular display stand.

Mike from Everything Dinosaur commented:

“Megalodon fossil teeth collectors are spoilt for choice these days.  We understand the fossil collectors like to add a realistic figure to their shark teeth collections.  The Papo, CollectA, PNSO and the Haolonggood figure are all excellent.  There is a megalodon figure available to suit every budget.”

The multi-award-winning Everything Dinosaur website: Prehistoric Animal Figures.