Cyanidiales: A group of red algae that can grow in acidic hot springs, they are able to photosynthesize efficiently under these challenging conditions . Add Comment + Votes ( 2 )
Jaxon - August 26, 2025TOPCyanidiales are a group of single-celled red algae that flourish in intensely acidic hot springs where temperatures often exceed 50 degrees Celsius and pH levels hover near zero. Thriving in near-boiling, metal-rich waters, these extremophiles exhibit extraordinary biochemical adaptations that allow them to photosynthesize and prosper in conditions lethal to most other forms of life.+ Reply ( 1 )Report