Lifespan, longevity, and ageing
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Observations: In the wild these animals have been estimated to live up to 16 years (Bernhard Grzimek 1990). One captive specimen lived 15.2 years (Richard Weigl 2005). Further studies are needed to better estimate the maximum longevity of this species.
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- Joao Pedro de Magalhaes
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- de Magalhaes, J. P.