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Question: We hiked in to view Elowah Falls on the Columbia River Gorge in Oregon on Saturday, July 1, 2017. In …

  • Question

    We hiked in to view Elowah Falls on the Columbia River Gorge in Oregon on Saturday, July 1, 2017. In places we saw moss that seemed to be turning from green to blue, as in the attached photo. Can you explain? Is it possibly because of the recent extreme heat they had there? Thank you!

    Answer

    Dear Mikechalk, thank you for posting an image. I've never seen moss of this color before and, unfortunately, can't offer an explanation. I'm unaware of how this process would take place. I'm sorry I can't offer you any assistance with your question.