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Elusive Greenland Sharks Spotted In The Deep Ocean
Greenland sharks are mysterious, deep-dwelling creatures that can live to be an average of 272 years old. Footage courtesy: Brynn Devine ...
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A Greenland shark alive today could be over 400 years old – swimming since the 1600s
While the Greenland shark (Somniosus microcephalus) may not have the same fame as the great white shark, it holds an impressive distinction: it is the longest-living vertebrate species known to ...
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The longest-living vertebrate could offer clues to extending the human lifespan, scientists say
Sign up for CNN’s Wonder Theory science newsletter. Explore the universe with news on fascinating discoveries, scientific advancements and more. The Greenland shark ...
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No Humans Born In The 1800s Are Still Alive, But These 3 ‘Ultra Surviving’ Animals Are—Here’s Their Story
Here are three animals that take longevity to another level. Greenland sharks are masters of slow living. Their energy conservation techniques allow them to live ... [+] to the ripe age of 400 or ...
7 creatures with the longest lifespan in the world
Certain animals on Earth possess extraordinary lifespans, surviving for hundreds of years and displaying remarkable ...
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A shark alive since the time of Shakespeare is still roaming in the Atlantic!
Greenland sharks, inhabiting Arctic waters, are Earth's longest-living vertebrates, reaching up to 400 years old. Their slow growth, about 1 centimeter per year, leads to sexual maturity at around ...