A team of scientists from the University of Technology Sydney and the Royal Netherlands Institute for Marine Research has discovered predatory microorganisms in Antarctic ice. Experts wrote about this in an article Nature Communication.
According to them, ancient microorganisms that existed in the harsh conditions of Antarctica may have acted as parasitic predators in a special way. The discovery could answer questions about their potential impact on Earth and beyond.
Deep in Antarctica, the researchers said, lies the Deep Lake, home to archaea, single-celled organisms that can successfully survive in extreme conditions. Despite the low temperatures and high salt content in the lake, the scientists noted that the microorganisms not only survived, but also readily exhibited predatory behavior. This behavior has never been documented in archaea before.
According to experts, these archaea can penetrate and destroy host cells. This behavior is similar to some viruses. The study provides insight into the role of archaea in ecosystems, especially in extreme environments.
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Source: Gazeta
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