Subj : ES Picture of the Day 05  2022
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From : Black Panther
Date : Mon Dec 05 2022 11:01:06

 EPOD - a service of USRA

The Earth Science Picture of the Day (EPOD) highlights the diverse processes
and phenomena which shape our planet and our lives. EPOD will collect and
archive photos, imagery, graphics, and artwork with short explanatory
captions and links exemplifying features within the Earth system. The
community is invited to contribute digital imagery, short captions and
relevant links.


 Salt Pans of Torre Nubia

   December 05, 2022


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   Photographer:  Giovanni Caruso

   Summary Author:  Giovanni Caruso
   The photo above portrays the pink  salt pans of Torre Nubia, part of
   the  Saline di Trapani and Paceco Nature Reserve in Sicily, Italy.
   The characteristic pink color of salt pans is linked to the presence of
   a particular  alga with  carotenoid pigments that thrives in
   environments having a high concentration of  salt. These salt flats
   are a very important resting place for thousands of birds during the
   autumn and spring migration between Africa and Europe, including
    flamingos.

   Salt production occurs during the summer season, primarily in July and
   August. Its  mining here is a centuries-old tradition. In the
   background is the frame of a windmill that’s no longer in use. Photo
   taken on July 25, 2020.

   Paceco (Sicily), Italy Coordinates: 37.5859, 12.2951

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     *  Types of Land
     *  World Mapper

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