How Long Do Apes Live?

Apes typically live between 20 and 45 years, depending on the species. For example, gorillas in the wild live about 35 years, chimpanzees around 30 to 45 years, bonobos 20 to 40 years, and orangutans 30 to 40 years. Gibbons, which are lesser apes, usually live up to 25 years in the wild.

In captivity, many apes live longer; chimpanzees and orangutans can reach 50 to 60 years, and gorillas have been known to live up to 65 years. There are even reports of some chimpanzees living around 70 to 80 years in exceptional cases.

Overall, apes generally live longer in captivity than in the wild due to protection from predators and better care.