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Thermophilic Bacteria

Something different today. Found this thermal pool mat interesting and intriguing. Another example of the amazing colors and life-forms one finds at Yellowstone.

 

"The word "bacteria" is often associated with disease, but only a few kinds of bacteria cause problems for humans. The other thousands of bacteria, although all simple organisms, play a complex role in Earth's ecosystems. In fact, cyanobacteria made our oxygen-rich atmosphere possible. They were the first photosynthesizers, more than 3 billion years ago. Without bacteria, we would not be here." nps.gov

 

Isn't Nature fascinating!

 

 

 

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Uploaded on April 7, 2016
Taken on August 24, 2014