Scientists have identified a newly discovered species of amoeba that pushes the limits of life as we know it, thriving in extreme heat. Dubbed the "fire amoeba," it can reproduce at temperatures exceeding 145°F and remains active up to 147°F, setting a new benchmark for complex life forms in high-temperature environments. The findings challenge previous assumptions about the upper thermal limits of eukaryotic organisms, which typically struggle to survive beyond much lower temperatures. Researchers are now investigating how this resilient creature manages to function in such scorching conditions, offering potential insights into the boundaries of life on Earth and beyond.
Scientists have found a species they've named the fire amoeba, which is capable of reproducing at 145°F and continuing to move up to temperatures of 147°F — a record for complex eukaryotic life.
