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    The Greenland shark is the longest living vertebrate, able to live over 400 years. They reside in icy Arctic and North Atlantic waters and have a slow metabolism that contributes to their extraordinary longevity. Scientists can determine a Greenland shark's age by analyzing carbon and nitrogen levels in its eye tissue.

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    The Greenland shark is the longest living vertebrate, able to live over 400 years. They reside in icy Arctic and North Atlantic waters and have a slow metabolism that contributes to their extraordinary longevity. Scientists can determine a Greenland shark's age by analyzing carbon and nitrogen levels in its eye tissue.

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    The Greenland shark is the longest living vertebrate, able to live over 400 years. They reside in icy Arctic and North Atlantic waters and have a slow metabolism that contributes to their extraordinary longevity. Scientists can determine a Greenland shark's age by analyzing carbon and nitrogen levels in its eye tissue.

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    longest living vertebrate on Earth

    Did you know that the longest living vertebrate on Earth is the Greenland shark, also
    known as the "sleeper shark"? These elusive creatures can live for over 400 years,
    making them older than the United States! They reside in the icy waters of the Arctic
    and North Atlantic, and have a slow metabolism which contributes to their long
    lifespan. Scientists can determine the age of a Greenland shark by analyzing the
    carbon and nitrogen levels in their eye tissue. These sharks are also known for their
    unique appearance, with a dark gray skin and small eyes. Check out this photo of a
    Greenland shark to see for yourself!

    [image: A photo of a Greenland shark swimming in dark blue water with its mouth
    open, revealing rows of sharp teeth.

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