Andrew Luyten's photos with the keyword: tufa

Alkali Flies

Alkali Flies

Andrew Luyten
16 Mar 2008 118
Something of a Mono Lake speciality - not much else can survive in this water. Mono Lake, South Tufa
Mono Lake Situation

Mono Lake Situation

Andrew Luyten
16 Mar 2008 127
Surrounded by young mountains thrown up by this geologically active area. Mono Lake, South Tufa
Tufa Towers

Tufa Towers

Andrew Luyten
16 Mar 2008 117
Unfortunately in fairly strong sunlight, but at least it makes the greens stand out nicely. Mono Lake, South Tufa.
Alive or Dead?

Alive or Dead?

Andrew Luyten
16 Mar 2008 136
Hard to tell if this plant is still alive, but some nice contrasts. Mono Lake, South Tufa.
Petrified Bushes?

Petrified Bushes?

Andrew Luyten
16 Mar 2008 105
The tufa towers mingle nicely with the local flora. Mono Lake, South Tufa
Classic Mono Lake

Classic Mono Lake

Andrew Luyten
16 Mar 2008 130
Would have liked some better light, but not what the schedule allowed. Mono Lake, South Tufa.