Stromatolites are layered limestone rock which were built by single celled bacteria called cynobacteria (blue-green bacteria). They were discovered here by a group of geologists in June, 1954.
The Boardwalk allows viewing while protecting the stromatolites |
Some stromatolites were built like towers, while others were soft and spongy. The ones below are quite eroded, and the rusty colour is thought to be a result of iron particles.
In an effort to avoid a Kalbarri mega-post, I'd planned to blog about some of our time in Kalbarri now. Unfortunately Telstra is being most uncooperative, disconnecting me at least 5 times while working on this short post, so I will have to try again when we have a better connection. See you then!
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