By Sakshi Sah
Published May 20, 2025

Hindustan Times
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Animals with the longest lifespans

Some animals live far longer than most people imagine.

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Glass sponges are the oldest animals known to science. They live deep in the ocean and can survive for over 10,000 years, with some possibly reaching 15,000 years.

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Black corals are colourful and grow in deep ocean waters. Some types can live up to 5,000 years.

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Found in the Caribbean Sea, giant barrel sponges can live for more than 2,300 years.

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Greenland sharks are the longest-living fish with bones. Some are believed to be over 400 years old, and a few may even reach 500 years.

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Tortoises are well known for their long lives. The Aldabra giant tortoise can live for well over 100 years.

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Bowhead whales live in Arctic waters. They can live for over 200 years.

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Rougheye rockfish can live more than 200 years, while lobsters may reach 100 years.

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Albatrosses are long-living seabirds. One named Wisdom is about 73 years old, making her the oldest wild bird ever recorded.

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