binsrc @binsrc@qoto.org

@design_RG cyanobacteria is a photosynthetic bacteria and one of the earliest lifeforms on earth. It is also known as blue-green algae, but it's not really an algae.

https://www.intechopen.com/books/cyanobacteria/cyanobacteria-the-wonderful-factories

https://www.bushheritage.org.au/species/stromatolites

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Great_Oxidation_Event

#cyanobacteria

@design_RG nice to meet you. That is a creative commons image, I'll have to find the link (I've just failed scientific communication 101 haven't I). As soon as I can photograph some of my own I will be certain to share the results of those too.

(Non-scientific) article about indigenous rangers tackling extinction of species and loss of biodiversity in outback Australia.

https://www.abc.net.au/news/science/2019-11-24/karajarri-indigenous-rangers-conservation-extinction-climate/11672856

"A key reason for a scientist to work with Aboriginal people in Australia is to try to see the country through their eyes — makes you a better ecologist as well as a richer person."

Great to see what they are doing.

#climate #ecology #biology

Dear cyanobacteria,
I just want to thank you for all the free oxygen and food you provided when you threw that epic oxygenation party 2.4 billion years ago. Your friend, Mr. binsrc
#cyanobacteria

Hi, I just registered and look forward to participating in the QOTO community. I am a beginner biology student and experienced computer programmer. Glad I registered, it looks comfy here. #new