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"Mice Mummies Unearthed on Martian Volcano Peaks: A Scientific Breakthrough"

Researchers have discovered mummified mice on high-elevation Andean volcanoes, challenging the understanding of vertebrate life's physiological limits. The mice were found on barren, Mars-like peaks exceeding 6,000 meters, previously thought to be inhospitable for mammals. The discovery prompts further research into the survival mechanisms of these mice and raises questions about how they can thrive in extreme conditions with low oxygen levels and freezing temperatures. Ongoing investigations aim to uncover the physiological traits that enable these mice to survive in such environments.

via SciTechDaily|

#andean-volcanoes #mammalian-survival #mars-like-conditions

science2 years ago•4 min saved

Mice Thrive in Extreme Andean Altitudes, Puzzling Scientists

A team of scientists from Argentina, Chile, Bolivia, and the United States have discovered 13 mummified mice at elevations above 6,000 meters in the Andes mountains, making them the world's highest dwelling mammal. The mice, called Phyllotis vaccarum, are commonly found at lower elevations but have been found at extreme heights on the Atacama Plateau. The harsh conditions, similar to those on Mars, create perfect conditions for preservation. The researchers are conducting further studies to understand how the mice survive in these extreme conditions and are exploring theories such as their diet of lichens or the transportation of food by wind. This discovery challenges previous beliefs about species' survival capabilities in high-altitude environments.

via CNN|

#andes-mountains #extreme-conditions #high-altitude