Researchers are studying the genome of the world's oldest land animal — a 194-year-old tortoise named Jonathan — to uncover secrets about his longevity.
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Researchers are studying the genome of the world's oldest land animal — a 194-year-old tortoise named Jonathan — to uncover secrets about his longevity.
Copyright 2026 NPR
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