Extremophiles: Life in the Harshest Places

Discover microorganisms that thrive where life seems impossible.

What Are Extremophiles?

Extremophiles are microbes that live in extreme conditions — from boiling heat to freezing ice, from high acidity to crushing pressure.

Domains of Extremophiles

Mostly found in Bacteria and Archaea, with a few in Eukarya. They’ve evolved incredible survival mechanisms.