Animal Facts What animal has a 5 minute lifespan? March 9, 2026 by Myaya | Leave a Comment No animal on Earth has a lifespan of just five minutes. While some insects and microorganisms have extremely short lives, the shortest known lifespans are measured in hours or days, not minutes. The Truth About Short Animal Lifespans It’s a fascinating thought experiment to consider an animal with such a fleeting existence. However, the biological […] Read more ยป