Lifespan, longevity, and ageing
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Maximum longevity: 18.5 years (captivity)
Observations: One wild born specimen lived 18.5 years in captivity (Richard Weigl 2005). It has been reported that these animals live up to 21 years (Bernhard Grzimek 1990), which is possible but unconfirmed.
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- Joao Pedro de Magalhaes
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- de Magalhaes, J. P.
