Forget great white sharks, this 400-year-old beast just set a new world record

Move over great white sharks.
A new study, led by marine biologists from University of Copenhagen, reports that the Greenland shark is the new king. It's the oldest living vertebrate in the world, says National Geographic. Just how old can these beasts live? At least 272 years of age and perhaps even upwards of 500. Scientists estimated the largest shark of the study to have been 400 years old.
Haven't heard of Greenland shark before? According to CNET, its other nicknames include "grey shark" or "gurry shark."
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Why does this matter?
These Greenland sharks may be the last of its kind, especially given that they are sometimes accidentally caught by fisherman.
Ecologist Aaron Fisk from University of Windsor told National Geographic, "The longevity is remarkable, but I hope the public recognizes how important that is with regard to how we manage and conserve Arctic and deepwater ecosystem."
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How big of a beast is the Greenland shark? You may want to check out the predatory nature of the beast in the video below.
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