pyrolobus

Pyrolobus is a genus of microorganisms, specifically a type of microorganism called a hyperthermophile, meaning it thrives in extremely high temperatures. Found deep in hydrothermal vents on the ocean floor, these microbes can survive and grow at temperatures up to about 113°C (235°F), far above the boiling point of water. They have unique enzymes and cellular structures that enable them to withstand such extreme heat, making them interesting for studying life's limits and potential industrial applications like biotech processes requiring high-temperature conditions. Pyrolobus representatives are examples of life's adaptation to some of Earth's most extreme environments.