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Two new species found of an amoeba that took a unique step in evolution
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Two new species found of an amoeba that took a unique step in evolution

So: scientists discovered two new species of the fascinating amoeba genus Paulinella along the coast of North Carolina. These amoebas are special because their ancestor independently captured a photosynthesizing bacterium about 100 million years ago, a rare evolutionary event only seen once before. Now, this process of primary endosymbiosis is still ongoing in Paulinella, offering a unique glimpse into evolution in action. And here's the thing - despite being hard to keep alive in labs, these amoebas are found worldwide if you know where to look.
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