Bacterial mat

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A bacterial mat is a layer of bacteria that may form in environments where other organisms are unable to thrive (e.g. rock faces, ice shelves). In many cases, such a layer is not described as a "mat" until it becomes sufficiently thick to be visible to the naked eye.

• See also: Biofilm

Image of a Bacterial Mat by Jonathan Stott.