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Which species of birds have the longest and shortest life spans?

Question #152070. Asked by RedRobin7.
Last updated Apr 27 2025.
Originally posted Apr 27 2025 2:28 AM.

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The longest lifespan may well be the Laysan albatross, which can live into their seventies.
link https://chirpinghearts.com/birds-with-the-longest-lifespans/

The shortest lifespan is possibly the European Robin with an avergae expectancy of 1.1 years.
link https://birdingpoint.com/birds-with-shortest-lifespan/

Apr 27 2025, 4:24 AM
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