Wisdom: World's Oldest Living Bird

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15 December 2024

Here are 10 fascinating points about Wisdom, the world's oldest living bird:

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1. Wisdom, a Laysan albatross, is estimated to be around 74 years old (as of 2024)

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2. Laysan albatrosses are a species of seabird that are native to the Hawaiian Islands

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3. Wisdom calls the Midway Atoll National Wildlife Refuge in Hawaii her home

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4. Wisdom has raised over 30 chicks in her lifetime. She recently laid her 60th egg

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5. Wisdom has had several mates throughout her life, with her current mate being a younger male

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6. Wisdom's remarkable age has earned her a place in the Guinness World Records as the oldest living wild bird

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7. Wisdom's longevity has helped raise awareness about the importance of conservation efforts for Laysan albatrosses and their habitats

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8. Wisdom has been tracked by wildlife biologists since 1956, providing valuable insights into the behaviour and ecology of Laysan albatrosses

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9. Despite facing numerous challenges, including habitat degradation, climate change, and hunting, Wisdom has continued to thrive

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10. Wisdom has become an iconic symbol of resilience, adaptability, and the importance of conservation efforts for protecting our planet's precious wildlife

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