Meet 8 of the World’s Longest-Living Animals and Other Species

From primates to parrots, these creatures stand apart from the rest of the animal kingdom. Uncover the longest living animals and species in the world.

By Joshua Rapp Learn
Nov 1, 2023 6:00 PMNov 1, 2023 4:54 PM
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Aging is a relative thing, and creatures like the Laysan albatross and the rougheye rockfish are known for their impressive longevity. They take the long road, living for decades, and in some cases, centuries — far outstripping the lifespans of the humans around them. 

Here’s a look at some of the longest-living animals and other species on our planet. 

1. Primates 

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Modern humans may be the longest living primates. The oldest verified human was a French woman named Jeanne Louise Calment who lived from 1875 to 1997 — 122 years, according to the Guinness World Records. But other primates are also long-lived. 

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