They are each estimated to be 32,000 and 41,000 years old and still alive - WOW

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Scientists in Siberia discovered two microscopic nematodes, worms that SURVIVED thousands of years in permafrost

They are each estimated to be 32,000 and 41,000 years old

after being thawed in a petri dish, they exhibited signs of cloning themselves,
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In 2015, researchers discovered two microscopic nematodes in the Siberian permafrost, estimated to be 32,000 and 41,000 years old, respectively.

These nematodes, identified as Panagrolaimus kolymaensis, were revived after being thawed in a petri dish, exhibiting signs of movement and cloning themselves.

The discovery suggests that these worms can survive in a dormant state for tens of thousands of years, far longer than previously thought possible for any organism.

The revival of these ancient nematodes raises concerns about the potential release of other ancient microorganisms from melting permafrost due to global warming, which could have unknown ecological and health impacts.

A related study published in 2023 confirmed that a nematode survived in the Siberian permafrost for approximately 46,000 years, the oldest known living organism to be revived from such conditions. [Source: Live Science, 2023-07-27]

The thawing of permafrost due to climate change is a significant concern, as it could release not only ancient microbes but also greenhouse gases and harmful chemicals trapped within the frozen ground. [Source: NASA Climate Change, 2022-03-09]

The potential revival of ancient viruses and bacteria from melting ice poses a risk of new pandemics, as these organisms may be unfamiliar to modern immune systems. [Source: ScienceABC, 2023-10-19]

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