Florida Diver Discovers Ancient Mastodon Tusk Off Coast

A Florida man diving off the coast of Manasota Key discovered a potentially millions of years old mastodon tusk, highlighting the rarity of such finds in Florida’s waters. Standing at heights of up to 10 feet, mastodons were massive creatures that roamed North and Central America until their extinction around 10,500 years ago. Responsible fossil hunting practices are emphasized to preserve valuable artifacts for scientific study, as the discovery adds to the rich tapestry of prehistoric finds in the region.