Grin and Live Longer

It is well know that turtle normally live a long time. Some species of turtles have average lifespans of more than 100 years according to several documented research results. What is not as well understood is why turtles live so long.


According to Wikipedia "Researchers have recently discovered a turtle’s organs do not gradually break down or become less efficient over time, unlike most other animals. It was found that the liver, lungs, and kidneys of a centenarian turtle are virtually indistinguishable from those of its immature counterpart. This has inspired genetic researchers to begin examining the turtle genome for longevity genes."

But it may be that turtles live a long time simply because they are happy. Research on humans has found that people who are generally happy live longer. Maybe this applies to turtles as well.

But how can we tell if turtles are happy? Take a look a these turtle photos and decide for yourself. Visit Turtle Treasures for a unique line of gifts that make you smile.