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

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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.

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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.
  • Reported by NPR Top and published Tue, 22 Sep 2026 16:17:37 UTC.

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