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Travertine algae

Photo by bradwatts
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Field Notes

Description:

This algae converts carbon dioxide from water flowing over it to limestone crystals creating the "travertine drape"

Habitat:

The limestone cliff of Johnston's canyon in Banff national park.

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PublishedJuly 31, 2012

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