By Sakshi Sah
Published Dec 18, 2024

Hindustan Times
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Meet Wisdom: The world’s oldest living bird

Wisdom is a Laysan albatross and is the oldest known wild bird in the world.

Who is Wisdom?

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Wisdom was first ringed by biologist Chandler Robbins in 1956, making her 74 years old today.

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Laysan albatrosses start breeding at 5, but Wisdom waited up to 10 years to start.

Breeding at a young age

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Recently, Wisdom has been joined by Akeakamaiare, her current mate.

Wisdom’s current mate

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Wisdom has laid around 50-60 eggs and raised about 35 chicks during her lifetime.

A super mum

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At 74, Wisdom is probably a grandmother, or even a great-grandmother, by now.

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Despite her age, Wisdom recently laid an egg at the approximate age of 74.

A remarkable achievement

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Wisdom is not just the world’s oldest wild bird; she is a symbol of resilience and survival.

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