Lifespan, longevity, and ageing
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Maximum longevity: 15 years (captivity)
Observations: In the wild, these animals live up to 10 years. Neoteny does not appear to affect longevity in the wild (Smirina 1994).
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- Joao Pedro de Magalhaes
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- de Magalhaes, J. P.