# Why Do Sawfish Have a Saw? Lesson 118

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Podcast: [Nat Theo Nature Lessons Rooted in the Bible](https://stenobird.com/podcast/nat-theo-nature-lessons-rooted-in-the-bible-6265618)
Published: 2026-03-10T10:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

Is a “sawtooth shark” a real animal? And how do they use their nose like a metal detector, sword, and shovel? Discover the mystery of this often confused creature and how God designed sawfish with a long jagged nose to find and catch their next meal. Here’s our trail map: What Is a Sawtooth Shark? Why Do Sawfish Have a Saw? Are Sawfish Born With Saws? How Can We Tell What Is True From What Is False? Related Lessons to listen to next: How Do Fish Breathe Underwater?: https://player.captivate.fm/episode/0fc09da4-deab-42ce-9e57-2a2d5e9a2d8c/ What Is a Shark’s 6th Sense?: https://player.captivate.fm/episode/6d415944-5436-4f3c-810f-7ab3cf20591a/ Eryn's Books: The Nature of Rest: What the Bible and Creation Teach Us About Sabbath Living: https://www.amazon.com/Nature-Rest-Creation-Sabbath-Living/dp/0825448891 Rooted in Wonder: Nurturing Your Family's Faith Through God's Creation: https://www.amazon.com/Rooted-Wonder-Nurturing-Familys-Creation/dp/0825447615 936 Pennies: Discovering the Joy of Intentional Parenting: https://www.amazon.com/936-Pennies-Discovering-Intentional-Parenting/dp/0764219782 Episode Links: Discover God’s designs in crabs and other ocean creatures with Apologia’s Swimming Creatures of the Fifth Day course: https://www.apologia.com/shop/zoology-2-course-set/ Explore all of Apologia’s award-winning curriculum and courses: https://www.apologia.com/ Nat Theo Club Bonus Video: https://erynlynum.com/member Get full lesson guides in the Nat Theo Club: https://erynlynum.com/club Free Sawfish Coloring Sheet: https://erynlynum.com/are-sawfish-born-with-saws/ Ask your nature question: https://erynlynum.com/ask Further Research: An excellent article on sawfish by Creation Ministries International: https://creation.com/en/articles/wonderfully-designed-sawfish Scriptur…

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