Algal blooms

An oxygen-starved area of almost 165,000 square kilometres in the Gulf of Oman is now the world’s largest marine “dead zone.” Incapable of supporting

Eutrophication presents as one of the most serious ecological problems of open water sources such as lakes, oceans and reservoirs. It is characterized by dense algal and plant growth owing to the enrichment by phosphorus and nitrogen nutrients needed for photosynthesis.

🌊 Dive into the fascinating link between eutrophication and climate change! Discover how these two forces shape our oceans and the environment. 🌿🌡️ Learn how rising temperatures intensify eutrophication, caused by nutrient pollution, which triggers harmful algal blooms. 😱🔥 Explore the consequences, from oxygen depletion to creating dead zones. But it doesn't end there! 💡🌍

Agricultural runoff is the leading cause of recurring algal blooms in Lake Erie. Now farmers are inviting researchers onto their fields to figure out why -- and what they can do about it.

An oil spill, toxic algae blooms and two hurricanes left their marks

Water quality officials have found a harmful algal bloom at a third south-central Idaho reservoir.

Warm temperatures, sunlight, and added nutrients can cause an overgrowth or “bloom” of algae in bodies of water. Some algae produce toxins t

Communities along the Gulf Coast of Florida have been experiencing catastrophic impacts of an unusually persistent, toxic red tide for an entire year now. Red tides are devastating for fish and wildlife and cause health impacts for humans as well. Additionally, the Panhandle of Florida, which began experiencing impacts from red tide a few weeks ago, is now being forced to deal with massive destruction from Hurricane Michael. The Surfrider Foundation expresses our deepest sympathy for all…