7 Longest Living Animals On Earth

Immortal Jellyfish

This jellyfish is known for its ability to revert its cells back to their earliest form and start its life cycle anew, essentially making it biologically immortal.

Ocean Quahog

These bivalve mollusks have been known to live for several centuries. The oldest recorded specimen was around 507 years old.

Greenland Shark

Greenland sharks are among the longest-living vertebrates, with some individuals estimated to be over 400 years old.

Bowhead Whale

Bowhead whales are known for their longevity, with some individuals living over 200 years.

Red Sea Urchin

These sea urchins have been found to live for more than 200 years, with some individuals reaching 200 years or more.

Galapagos Giant Tortoise

Various species of giant tortoises inhabit the Galapagos Islands, and some individuals have been known to live over 150 years.

African Elephant

While elephants do not reach the same ages as some of the other species on this list, they can live up to 60-70 years in the wild.

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