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Females tend to live longer than males, and they also mature sexually more quickly. Within the first year of life, male and female round stingrays, a species known for their rapid growth, reach 58% and 70% of their entire size, respectively. Males only live five to seven years on average, while females live an average of 15 to 22 years.