Tardigrades are a nature's wonder, capable of withstanding extreme temperatures, pressure, radiation as well as acute desiccation. Measuring somewhere between 0.3 and 0.5 mm in length, these tiny organisms, also known as water bears, are famous as the first known animals to actually survive in space. Thanks to a new study, we now have a…
If you haven’t already guessed it, we at HEXAPOLIS are in awe of tardigrades. Also known as water bears, these microscopic organisms are one of nature’s most impressive wonders, possessing the extraordinary ability to withstand the most extreme natural conditions, such as prolonged desiccation, near-100 percent fluid loss, very low and high temperatures, incredibly powerful…
Nature is home to numerous wonderful organisms, each blessed with a set of unique features that ensures their survival against harsh elements. One prime example is the water bear, an eight-limbed, water-dwelling micro-animal that inhabits a range of diverse ecosystems, from mountaintops to tropical forests and even in the depths of oceans. Also known as…