Two Eurasian Oystercatchers have become the oldest known individuals of their kind in Britain, living more than three times the average lifespan for the species:

Oldest known British oystercatchers recorded in Norfolk
Two Eurasian Oystercatchers have become the oldest known individuals of their kind in Britain, living more than three times the average lifespan for the species. A new British record of 41 years and eight months was beaten within weeks by a second bird confirmed as at least 43 years old. A team of s...