6 Animals That Live Longer Than Humans

Some animals live much longer than humans. Here are six creatures that can survive for centuries or even forever.

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Greenland Shark

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Ocean Quahog Clam

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Aldabra Giant Tortoise

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Bowhead Whale

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Red Sea Urchin

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Immortal Jellyfish

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6 Animals That Live Longer Than Humans

Some animals live much longer than humans. Here are six creatures that can survive for centuries or even forever.

Greenland Shark

The Greenland shark is the longest-living vertebrate. It can survive for over 500 years in the cold Arctic waters.

Ocean Quahog Clam

This deep-sea clam holds the record for longevity. The oldest known clam, named Ming, lived 507 years.

Aldabra Giant Tortoise

Tortoises are known for their long lives. Adwaita, an Aldabra giant tortoise, lived over 250 years.

Bowhead Whale

The Bowhead whale is the longest-living mammal. Some whales have been found to be over 200 years old.

Red Sea Urchin

These creatures can regrow body parts and live for more than 200 years in the deep sea.

Immortal Jellyfish

The Turritopsis dohrnii, also called the immortal jellyfish, can reverse its aging process and live forever.