Kingdom Archaea (Archaebacteria)

Archaea can live in the most extreme places are often classified according to the environments in which they live: Halophiles are salt-loving, Thermophiles live in extremely high temperatures, Psychrophiles live in extremely cold temperatures and Methanogens are anaerobic and produce methane gas.  They can be found from the frozen Artics/Antarchtics to the boiling acidic springs … Continue reading "Kingdom Archaea (Archaebacteria)"

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Kingdom Bacteria (Eubacteria)

Bacteria are single‑celled prokaryotic organisms found in almost every environment on Earth. Although some species cause disease, most are harmless or beneficial, playing essential roles in nutrient cycling, decomposition, and many ecological processes. My own photographs of bacteria are limited, but this section is included to complete the overall classification framework. How Bacteria Are Classified … Continue reading "Kingdom Bacteria (Eubacteria)"

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