If validated, he would be the oldest person ever to be born and die or living in Germany (however, this title is still held by verified Maria Laqua). Sources: 1, 2. A Pinus longaeva tree, Methuselah was previously considered to be the oldest known living non-clonal organism in the world, until it was superseded in 2012 by the current number 1. Alive before Jesus' birth, this North Carolina cypress tree is one of the oldest trees not only in the U.S. but also the world. Born on December 24, 1918 (yes even before the roaring ’20s! This is a list of the 50 oldest people who have been verified to be alive as of the dates of the cited supporting sources. By Claire Bates Updated: 08:21 EST, 23 December 2009 David Latimer’s terrarium hasn't been watered in 47 years. It is estimated that there are between 150 and 600 living … World's oldest plant is 13,000-year-old oak that survives by cloning itself. Remarkably, the world’s oldest bird is still alive despite being born in the 19th century. Photo Source: Alchetron / Grammy . The oldest one is claimed to be one grown by David Latimer of England, started in 1960, when he planted a single tradescantia cutting inside, and last opened… Olive trees in the Jerusalem garden revered by Christians as the place where Jesus Christ prayed before he was crucified have been dated to at least 900 years old, … 'World's oldest man' celebrates 146th birthday and says patience is key for long life. ), Dave Bartholomew is one of the pioneers of the Rock N’ Roll revolution, and one of the oldest musicians still alive today. That makes him the oldest-known land animal alive today.. Methuselah is the second oldest known living tree in this region, dated at 4845 years old. This list of the oldest companies in the world includes brands and companies, excluding associations and educational, government, or religious organizations.To be listed, a brand or company name must remain operating, either in whole or in part, since inception. Born circa 1832 – five years prior to the coronation of Queen Victoria – Jonathan the tortoise is due to turn 187 years old in 2019. An unprecedented DNA study has found evidence of a single human migration out of Africa and confirmed that Aboriginal Australians are the world’s oldest civilization. However, his age remains unvalidated as of 2020. This puts him just one year away from the title of oldest chelonian ever, currently held by Tu’i Malila, a radiated tortoise that reached at least 188 years old. Dave Bartholomew – 97 years old . Mr. Gerneth would also be the oldest living man in Europe (and possibly the world), and possibly be the oldest World War II veteran in the world. Photo: www.dailymail.co.uk I am the proud owner of what I believe may be the world’s second-oldest sealed terrarium. Note however that such claims are often open to question and should be researched further before citing them. And they’re not done “living fast” either. 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