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The world's oldest known living land animal is a tortoise named Jonathan, who is over 190 years old.

Why it is true

A Seychelles giant tortoise, Jonathan lives on the island of Saint Helena. He has lived through two World Wars and met over 30 different British Prime Ministers.

Source: Wildlife

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