Oldest known wild bird
The current oldest known wild bird record is 74 years, held by Wisdom, a Laysan albatross, set on December 1, 2024. Last checked October 9, 2026.
74
years
Wisdom, a Laysan albatross
- Holder
- Wisdom, a Laysan albatross
- Record
- 74 years
- Exact figure
- At least 74 years (as of late 2024)
- Location
- Midway Atoll, Pacific Ocean
- Date set
- December 1, 2024
- Last checked
- October 9, 2026
Put it in perspective
Wisdom, a Laysan albatross lived through 74 years of history. Here is what changed along the way.
- Born1950
- Age 191969First people walk on the Moon
- Age 391989The Berlin Wall falls
- Age 742024Sets the record: At least 74 years (as of late 2024)
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