The plant behind the paint

The world's wildest waters

Chapter 1

The river that boils in Peru

Chapter 2

The science of strawberry-colored lakes

Chapter 3

Rivers that flow in technicolor

Chapter 4

Waterfalls that defy gravity and expectations

YOUR GOAL

Master of The world's wildest waters

Ch 3 · Rivers that flow in technicolor
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Technicolor Waters
BETA

misslily Sort extreme water features to discover the science behind boiling rivers and pink lakes.

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misslily Rivers that flow in technicolor

The Macarenia plants wake up and turn Caño Cristales into a liquid rainbow!

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misslily Strict rules for fragile waters

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The narrow window of beauty

misslily The river only displays its vibrant colors during a brief period each year.

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The plant behind the paint

misslily The brilliant red colors in Caño Cristales are caused by a unique riverbed plant.

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Fun Fact

Rainbow river timing: Caño Cristales looks like a normal, dull grey river for half the year, only bursting into vibrant colors during its breeding season.

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Glossary
caño cristales (noun)
A river in Colombia renowned for its vibrant, multi-colored appearance caused by endemic aquatic plants. From June to November, this river in Colombia's Sierra de la Macarena glows with brilliant colors.

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Gossip

Which river color is most beautiful?

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Quiz

In which country is the famous 'River of Five Colors,' Caño Cristales, located?

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misslily The narrow window of beauty

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Quiz

What happens to the Macarenia clavigera plant during the dry season?

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misslily Colombia's liquid rainbow

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Quiz

During which months does Caño Cristales typically show its vibrant colors?

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misslily The plant behind the paint

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Quiz

What geological mountain range does Caño Cristales flow through?

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Quiz

Which human product is strictly banned for swimmers in Caño Cristales to protect the plants?

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Quiz

Which color is NOT typically associated with the 'five colors' of Caño Cristales?

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Quiz

What is the scientific name of the endemic plant that turns Caño Cristales red?

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Quiz

Why does Caño Cristales lack fish and other large aquatic animal life?

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