Algae and cyanobacterial colonies growing in the hot springs of Muloorina, east of Marree, resemble those found in Paralana Hot Springs at Arkaroola.
Algae and cyanobacterial colonies in hot springs: Muloorina
Sun bleached algal web: Arkaroola
Sun bleached filamentous green algae in the cool freshwater springs of Arkaroola, North Flinders Ranges.
Paralana Hot Springs
While weathering and seasonal rains can cause waterholes at to silt up, Paralana Hot Springs continue to flow as a shallow stream. Sourced from within a fault zone, the water is around 60 degrees and emits gases such as radon which is heavier than air and hovers around the creek area on still days. A wonderful array of Cyanobacteria, Proteobacteria and algae thrive in the Paralana Hot Springs.
Filamentous Algae: Aroona Sanctuary
Filamentous Green Algae at the overflow pools of Aroona Dam.
Pond life at Warraweena
Algae growing in spring water at Warraweena.
