They are known to survive for centuries and research suggests that their organs deteriorate very slowly.
Known for their regenerative abilities, they can delay ageing and tissue damage.
These are invertebrates that live on the ocean floor in colder regions.
They spend most of their days remaining in one location in freshwater ponds.
Their ability to repair their cells contributes to long life.
Only one among the various species is known to have a long life – Turritopsis dohrnii.
Bowhead whale is considered the oldest living mammal.
One of the longest-living fish, it has a maximum life span of over 200 years.
Research estimates that these sharks can live for at least 272 years.
They are mostly found in shallow coastal waters.