eurythermic

/ˌjʊrɪˈθɜrmɪk/
adjective
  1. Able to tolerate a wide range of temperatures; adapted to live in environments with varying temperatures.
    • Eurythermic animals like the common carp can survive in both warm and cold waters.
    • The eurythermic nature of certain bacteria allows them to live in hot springs and frozen tundra alike.
    • Many eurythermic plants thrive in deserts where daytime heat gives way to chilly nights.
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