May 2, 2025
Some animals live incredibly long lives, outlasting even humans by centuries. Here are 10 amazing creatures known for their extraordinary lifespans.
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The Greenland shark can live over 400 years, making it the longest-living vertebrate.
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The ocean quahog clam can survive for more than 500 years.
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The bowhead whale often lives for over 200 years, thriving in the icy Arctic waters.
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The rougheye rockfish can reach an age of around 205 years, one of the longest-living fish.
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The Galápagos tortoise is famous for its lifespan, often living more than 150 years.
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The red sea urchin can survive for over 200 years, largely due to its slow metabolism.
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Certain koi fish have been recorded living over 200 years, like the famous koi named Hanako.
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The Aldabra giant tortoise often lives more than 150 years in the wild.
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The longfin eel of New Zealand can live up to 100 years before completing its life cycle.
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Macaws, especially species like the blue-and-gold macaw, can live 60 to 80 years and sometimes even longer.
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