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Greenland Shark’s 400-Year Lifespan Offers Secrets to Longevity

3/3/2025

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The Greenland shark, a remarkable inhabitant of the North Atlantic and Arctic, holds the title of the longest-living vertebrate, with lifespans that may stretch up to 400 years. Recent DNA studies unveil its extraordinary genome and remarkable DNA repair abilities, sparking hope that understanding this ancient creature could unlock secrets to enhancing human health and longevity.

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The Greenland shark, a remarkable inhabitant of the North Atlantic and Arctic, holds the title of the longest-living vertebrate, with lifespans that may stretch up to 400 years. Recent DNA studies unveil its extraordinary genome and remarkable DNA repair abilities, sparking hope that understanding this ancient creature could unlock secrets to enhancing human health and longevity.