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Data on the lifespan of the Whale Shark is limited. Based on the late age of sexual maturity in Whale Sharks (estimated at around 30 years of age), the Whale Shark may be one of the longest living animals in the world, with an estimated lifespan of over 100 years. Some authorities estimate up to 150 years.
