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Geothermal Beauty

Mammoth Hot Spring's Canary Spring as seen from Yellowstone's Grand Loop Road. The alkaline flow feeds cyanobacteria which thrive in such environments, creating the mix of colors.

 

In case you wondered, Mammoth Hot Springs deposits about 2 tons of calcium carbonate or travertine limestone per day.

 

A couple more perspectives of this fascinating place in comments.

 

Thanks for taking a look. Always appreciated!

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Uploaded on May 8, 2018
Taken on September 26, 2017