7 Animals That Can Survive in Extreme Temperatures

Shubhi Kumar
Nov 25, 2024

Emperor Penguin

These penguins endure Antarctic cold by huddling together and conserving heat through thick blubber.

Wood Frog

Wood frogs survive freezing temperatures by producing antifreeze-like chemicals, preserving vital organs during hibernation.

Flat Bark Beetle

This beetle survives subzero temperatures by producing cryoprotectants that prevent ice formation in its body.

Camel

Camels withstand desert heat with water-storing humps and the ability to regulate body temperature efficiently.

Sahara Desert Ant

These ants survive scorching heat by foraging quickly and having heat-resistant proteins in their bodies.

Jerboa

This small rodent thrives in desert heat by burrowing and being active only during cooler nights.

Pompeii Worm

Living near hydrothermal vents, this worm endures extreme heat by forming protective relationships with bacteria on its skin.

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