2012, Anna Lena Phillips, Sneaky Silk Moths, Last spring, the periodical cicadas emerged across eastern North America. Their vast numbers and short above-ground life spans inspired awe and irritation in humans—and made for good meals for birds and small mammals.
Some clams have lifespans far longer than those of human beings.
(by extension) The length of time for which something exists or is current or valid.
2002, Luis M Camarinha-Matos, Collaborative business ecosystems and virtual enterprisesThe virtual enterprise forum developed several "classical" management functions for which resources were available throughout its lifespan.
