Nivlac

The Nivlacs are a sapient radiotrophic fungoid species.

Biology
Nivlacs is a very resistant radiotrophic fungoid species that can live on almost any habitable planet. Nivlacs reproduce by means of spores.

History
Nivlac was found by scientists on its home planet. The researchers were struck by the survivability of this small organism. Once research began, the organism began to grow and multiply. It learned to speak and experience emotions. The first word for this organism was "Nivlac", which is how it got its name.