Scientists Discover Mouse Living at Record Altitudes on Volcanoes

Scientists have discovered a tiny mouse surviving at nearly 7,000 meters on volcanoes, making it the highest-dwelling mammal in the world. Researchers are investigating how the mouse manages to thrive in such extreme conditions.

10 Jul, 08:30 — 10 Jul, 08:30

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Tiny mouse survives near 7,000 metres on volcanoes, scientists ask how

The Andean leaf-eared mouse thrives at extreme altitudes, a feat previously thought impossible for mammals. This tiny rodent lives above 6,700 meters, enduring thin oxygen and brutal cold. Researchers found highland mice possess superior heat generation and efficient energy use for survival. Genomic studies reveal adaptations for processing plant chemicals and managing toxins. These findings offer potential insights for human medicine and understanding life's resilience.

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Diese Maus lebt höher als jedes andere Säugetier der Welt

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Diese Maus lebt höher als jedes andere Säugetier der Welt

Tiny mouse survives near 7,000 metres on volcanoes, scientists ask how

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