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This 'fire amoeba' pushes the limit of what's possible for complex life

This 'fire amoeba' pushes the limit of what's possible for complex life
NPR News Tuesday 22 September 2026, 16:17 UTC By Ari Daniel 1 min read
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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. (Image credit: Felix Mikus  )

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.

(Image credit: Felix Mikus  )

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