Nimbus

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Nimbus
(Ultravisphyta aeroprognatus)
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18/120, replaced by descendant
Creator Hydromancerx Other
Taxonomy
Domain
Kingdom
Genus
Species
Eukaryota
Nimbubiota
Ultravisphyta
Ultravisphyta aeroprognatus
Week/Generation 15/101
Habitat Atmosphere
Size Microscopic
Support Unknown
Diet Photosynthesis
Respiration Unknown
Thermoregulation Unknown
Reproduction Binary Fission


The nimbus is a microscopic bacteria which floats amongst the clouds. It has developed many feathery fronds which lift it into the air. It is transparent and absorbs ultraviolet light for photosynthesis. It can last for a long time without water or even air. But when it comes in contact with moist air such as clouds it will being reproducing. Those that get blown high into the upper atmosphere can stay dormant in the cold airless space and those that fall to the ground usually die or are eaten by other microbes.

Living Relatives (click to show/hide)

These are randomly selected, and organized from lowest to highest shared taxon. (This may correspond to similarity more than actual relation)
  • Nimbuses (genus Ultravisphyta)