Diatoms of Oregon Caves National Monument, Oregon

Authors

Larry L. St. Clair, Brigham Young University
Samuel R. Rushforth, Brigham Young University
James V. Allen, Brigham Young University

Abstract

The diatom flora of the Oregon Caves National Monument, Josephine Co., Oregon, was investigated. Diatoms were distributed throughout the cave system with abundance and species diversity depending upon moisture, light, availability of mineral nutrients, and proximity to cave openings. Twenty-six taxa were identified and described.

Recommended Citation

St. Clair, Larry L.; Rushforth, Samuel R.; and Allen, James V. (1981) "Diatoms of Oregon Caves National Monument, Oregon," Great Basin Naturalist: Vol. 41: No. 3, Article 9.
Available at: https://scholarsarchive.byu.edu/gbn/vol41/iss3/9