Animals that hold their breath for hours in water

Whales

Whales have massive lungs and can hold their breath for up to 3 hours before resurfacing for air.

Crabs and Lobsters

These crustaceans draw oxygen from water using gills located inside their shells.

Sea turtles

Despite having lungs, they can hold their breath for seven to eight hours when submerged.

Frogs

Frogs can stay underwater for extended periods of time because they breathe via their skin.

Axolotl