PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Cave Formation: Biogeochemical Cycles
This video segment adapted from NOVA chronicles the discoveries that led to a radical new theory in which living organisms, not just geological processes, play an active role in cave formation. [5:42]
Science Buddies
Science Buddies: Speleology: Counting Formations in a Local Cave
In the past caves have been used for shelter, for religious purposes, and for burial sites. They were even used for food storage before refrigeration, because they are cool and have constant high humidity. Get ready for an adventure as...
PBS
Pbs Nova: The Mysterious Life of Caves
Companion to a PBS program in the Nova series. There are wonderful photos of the Lechuguilla cave system in New Mexico, and some new information on how caves are formed.
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: How Caves Form
This interactive activity from NOVA Online shows four different ways in which caves are formed: by rainwater, waves, lava, and bacteria.
Other
Missouri Conservationist Online: Missouri Cave Life
Excellent article describing a trip inside a cave. The article discusses the cave habitat and changes that occur as you go deeper into the cave. Includes interesting photographs.
Curated OER
National Park Service: Mammoth Cave: Biology and Cave Life
This resource describes the biology and cave life of Mammoth Cave. Among the topics discussed are the animal and plant life associated with the area. Requires Adobe Reader. [PDF]
Scholastic
Scholastic: Cave Animals
Learn more about cave dwellers when you visit this educational resource. This site features useful websites, photographs, fun facts and more.
Other
Caves in Missouri and Surrounding Lake of the Ozarks
This resource features the caves in Missouri and surrounding Lake of the Ozarks. You will find specific directions to get to each cave.
Other
Glossary of Speleological and Caving Terms
This site features a glossary of speleological and caving terms. This resource is easy to use and gives a an adequate definition for each.
Other
Under Earth: The Virtual Cave
Detailed maps and photos of caving features such as lava tubes and sea caves. Click on features of the maps to see images or check out the attributes listed separately.
Curated OER
National Park Service: Carlsbad Caverns Natural Resources: The Bat Colony
Part of the National Park Service website, this page provides general info. about the resident bat population, and links to more specific bat info. For the bat enthusiast!
Read Works
Read Works: Creepy Cave Crawlers
[Free Registration/Login Required] Students read about new insect species found within caves. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in classifying and categorizing.
University of Illinois
University of Illinois: Illinois Natural History Survey: Biospeleology: Cave Life
From cave critters to cave research. Lots of photos and examples of cave biology-- biospeleology. Links to other cave sites.
Other
Cave of the Winds Mountain Park: Just for Kids
Facts and resources for kids regarding the Cave of the Winds.
Other
Life in Caves
This site contains several photographs of cave dwelling animals. Most of the webpage is devoted to bats, but there is also information on other species such as cave crickets, crabs, millipedes, and salamanders.
Other
National Caves Association
The National Caves Association provides a directory of caves in the United States. This directory is in alphabetical order by state. It also answers frequently asked questions and provides helpful links.
Other
Sierra Nevada Recreation Corporation: Underground Adventures: Stalagmites
Illustrated explanation of how stalagmites form.
Other
Sierra Nevada Recreation Corporation: Underground Adventures: Stalactites
Illustrated explanation of how stalactites form.
Curated OER
Life in Caves
This site contains several photographs of cave dwelling animals. Most of the webpage is devoted to bats, but there is also information on other species such as cave crickets, crabs, millipedes, and salamanders.
Curated OER
Life in Caves
This site contains several photographs of cave dwelling animals. Most of the webpage is devoted to bats, but there is also information on other species such as cave crickets, crabs, millipedes, and salamanders.
Curated OER
Life in Caves
This site contains several photographs of cave dwelling animals. Most of the webpage is devoted to bats, but there is also information on other species such as cave crickets, crabs, millipedes, and salamanders.
Curated OER
Life in Caves
This site contains several photographs of cave dwelling animals. Most of the webpage is devoted to bats, but there is also information on other species such as cave crickets, crabs, millipedes, and salamanders.
Curated OER
Life in Caves
This site contains several photographs of cave dwelling animals. Most of the webpage is devoted to bats, but there is also information on other species such as cave crickets, crabs, millipedes, and salamanders.
Curated OER
Life in Caves
This site contains several photographs of cave dwelling animals. Most of the webpage is devoted to bats, but there is also information on other species such as cave crickets, crabs, millipedes, and salamanders.