Some Heliconius butterflies live up to 25 times longer than their relatives due to a combination of diet and evolved anti-aging mechanisms, offering insights into longevity.
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Certain tropical butterfly species, particularly those in the Heliconius genus, exhibit significantly longer lifespans than most butterflies. New research suggests these insects have evolved anti-aging mechanisms beyond diet that could offer insights into human longevity.