Granddad the Australian lungfish dies at Chicago Shedd Aquarium aged in its mid-90s


An Australian lungfish believed to be the longest-living fish in captivity has died at a Chicago aquarium.

Granddad, who was housed at the Shedd Aquarium, weighed 11 kilograms and was euthanased after showing signs of organ failure.

It is believed he was aged in his late 90s, but Queensland researchers are hoping genetic testing will confirm his actual age.

http://www.abc.net.au/news/2017-02-0...uarium/8246942