Tags: Arachnid.
Alaskozetes antarcticus is a species of non-parasitic mite known for its ability to survive in subzero temperatures.This animal’s name derives from its habitat: Alasko meaning from Alaska and antarcticus in connection with frigid conditions in which the mite lives. Scientists are unclear as to how Alaskozetes antacticus has been able to adapt to an environment so different from those of other arthropods. Whereas most arthropod species inhabit hot moist environments A.