Yellowstone National Park: Educator Collection


Online Resources


Thermophilic bacteria
  • Hot Colors- Windows into Hidden Worlds: This website contains an electronic field trip based on Yellowstone National Park's hot springs and the microorganisms living in them. The site includes a link for teachers providing an introduction, overview of concepts explored in the trip, lesson plans, and additional web links...(more info)



Other Yellowstone Thermophile Collections



Octopus Spring, Yellowstone National Park
Octopus Spring: Octopus Spring is a partially alkaline, low-carbonate, low-sulfur hot spring located in the Lower Geyser Basin of Yellowstone National Park. It is home to a variety of thermophiles, as well as a colorful array of microbial mat communities.


Thermophilic bacteria

General Collection: Resources such as news articles, web sites, and reference pages provide a comprehensive array of information about thermophiles.


Thermophilic bacteria

Advanced Collection: Compiled for professionals and advanced learners, this collection includes resources such as journal articles, academic reviews, and surveys.



Additional Resources


For additional resources about Thermophiles, search the Microbial Life collection.