New study examines the threat of ‘watermelon snow’ to mountain glaciers
A unique ecosystem of microorganisms such as algae and fungi are responsible for sometimes giving snow an unusual reddish hue. (Submitted by Lynne Quarmby – image credits) The Rocky Mountains conjure up images of gray, rugged peaks with white peaks. But in the upper reaches of the rugged mountain landscapes, a pinker hue often blooms. … Read more