Herman Melville foresaw a future where whales would endure human hunting, suggesting their remarkable resiliency as many may have lived far longer than previously recognized.
The study published in Science Advances reveals that the lifespans of fin and right whales could be significantly longer than the previously estimated 70 years, with evidence suggesting ages up to 114 years.
Historical insights into whale longevity were revealed through the analysis of earplugs from hunted fin and blue whales, demonstrating that human hunting has obscured their natural lifespans.
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