This shark can live 400 years. Its eyes barely seem to age
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Greenland sharks may live for 400 years without suffering the kind of retinal decline normally associated with aging. Researchers found healthy eye tissue and active proteins specially adapted for seeing blue light in the dim Arctic depths. DNA repair mechanisms may help keep their eyes functioning across centuries. The discovery could eventually offer new clues for protecting human vision as we age.
A recent study reveals that the Greenland shark, known for its longevity, can live up to 400 years without showing the signs of ocular aging normally associated with that age group. The research, conducted by scientists at the University of California, Irvine, suggests that DNA repair mechanisms play a crucial role in preserving the ocular health of these animals. Greenland shark longevity: Greenland sharks are considered the longest-lived verte…
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