Here are some animals that have a lifespan of more than hundred years.
BOWHEAD WHALE
These massive whales, found in Arctic and sub-Arctic waters, are known for their exceptional longevity. Some individuals have been estimated to live for over 200 years, making them one of the longest-lived mammals on Earth.
GALÁPAGOS GIANT TORTOISE
Native to the Galápagos Islands, these iconic tortoises are famous for their longevity. The oldest known individual was ‘Adwaita’, who lived in captivity and was estimated to be over 250 years old at the time of his death.
OCEAN QUAHOG
This species of clam, found in the North Atlantic Ocean, is one of the longest-lived animals known to science. Specimens have been found to live for over 500 years, with the oldest recorded individual estimated to be around 507 years old.
MACAW PARROTS
Several species of macaws, such as the Blue and Gold Macaw (Ara ararauna) and the Scarlet Macaw (Ara macao), have been known to live for over 100 years in captivity with proper care.
RED SEA URCHIN
These sea urchins, found along the Pacific coast of North America, have an exceptionally long lifespan. Some individuals have been documented to live for over 200 years, making them one of the longest-lived marine invertebrates.
BLACK CORALS: OLDER THAN THE OLDEST LIVING ANIMAL
Black corals, known scientifically as Antipatharia, are among the oldest living organisms in the world. These corals, which can be found in ocean depths, have been dated to be over 4,000 years old, making them extraordinary witnesses to millennia of marine history.
KOI FISH
These ornamental carp, originally bred in Japan, can live for several decades under optimal conditions.
Culled from: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com
