Turtles are among the longest-living animals on Earth, and some species go much beyond the average lifespans. While most turtles live between 10 to 80 years, certain land tortoises and sea turtles are capable of surviving well beyond a century. Their slow-paced lives, strong bodies, and peaceful lifestyles may hold the secret to their exceptionally long life.
Determining a turtle’s exact age isn’t easy, especially when they have outlived generations of humans. For the oldest among them, age estimates are based on historical records, DNA testing, and biological maturity markers.

Here are a few oldest known turtles in the world