Ocean Quahog Clam – Up To 507 Years
You probably expected to find something bigger and more interesting than a clam on this list. However, you should not underestimate the ocean quahog clam! Found in the waters of the North Atlantic, it is often harvested for food. There is a particular clam called Ming that dwarfs the rest of the species when it comes to longevity. Found off the coast of Iceland, it was said to be 507 years old! The name comes from the Chinese dynasty. It is amazing to think that this creature has been around since then.
Ocean Quahog Clam – Up To 507 Years
Sponges – Up To 10,000 Years
The aquatic sponge clock is one of the oldest creatures on the planet. They tend to break records no matter where in the world you are. Antarctic sponges are thought to live for 1,550 years or so. On the other hand, those in the Caribbean are older than 2,300 years old. There are some glass sponge species that are thought to be 10,000 years old. Whoa. It is amazing to think that they are actually that old!
Sponges – Up To 10,000 Years