While longevity data are not available for many sharks, maximum ages do vary by species. Some sharks like the smooth dogfish (Mustelus canis) may only live 16 years, while others such as the porbeagle shark, (Lamna nasus) may live as long as 46 years. Whale sharks (Rhincodon typus) the largest fish in the world may live over 100 years.
Some sharks species live from 20 to 30 years.
Some scientist think that the great white shark could be up to 100 years, but it has not been proved.
The tiger shark could be between 30 and 40 years.
Some well known shark species like the mako shark, the lemon shark and the bull shark are still unknown.
The whale shark can live up to 100-150 years.
Scientifically there is no way to determine the life span of sharks.

