Jul 21, 2024, 10:09 PM IST

7 immortal animals

Varnika Srivastava

Turritopsis doohmii, a tiny jellyfish, reverses its aging process, transforming cells into younger states when injured or sick. This bizarre behavior may also reveal live worms.

The Smithsonian reports that the scientific community in Newfoundland is studying the longevity of lobsters, with males estimated to be 140 years old and females 54 years old.

Turtles, known for centuries of life and potentially immortality, have impressive lifespans. However, 12 animals learn faster than humans, proving their incredible abilities.

Planarian worms, known for their limitless regeneration abilities, can cheat death indefinitely, allowing them to form two separate worms from aging and damaged tissue, according to a University of Nottingham study.

The bowhead whale, the oldest living mammal, has a lifespan of over 70 years, ranking among the largest living animals globally.

Deinococcus radiodurans, a poly-extremophilic bacterium, is radiation-resistant, immortal, and can survive various conditions, including gamma radiation, making it the world's toughest bacterium.

Tardigrades are immortal creatures, capable of remaining indefinitely or thousands of years due to cryptobiosis. They are extremely difficult to kill and possess unique characteristics.

This information is not DNA's opinion but obtained from media reports