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Lifespan, longevity, and ageing

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Observations: Not much is known about the longevity of these animals. In the wild they have been estimated to live over 15 years (Bernhard Grzimek 1990), which is possible even if unverified. One captive specimen lived 12.4 years (Richard Weigl 2005).
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