Algal Blooms

Blue-green algae are a natural part of the ecosystem. Algae can “bloom” or grow rapidly under ideal conditions, which include warm water temperature, calm conditions, and certain nutrients in the water. An algal bloom becomes harmful when it produces toxins.

National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences: Algal Blooms

Research shows climate change boosts likelihood of toxin releases from algal blooms in American lakes

Harmful Algal Blooms - Cayuga Lake Watershed Network

Algal blooms fed by climate change, farm pollution and aquaculture

Harmful algal blooms (HABs) American Veterinary Medical Association

Illness and Symptoms, Harmful Algal Blooms

Harmful Algae Blooms: An untapped resource - World Bio Market Insights

FAU FAU Seeks Study Subjects for Health Effects of Harmful Algal Blooms

Harmful Algal Blooms - Water Programs - University of Florida, Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences - UF/IFAS

Climate Adaptation and Harmful Algal Blooms

Pictures: Extreme algae blooms expanding worldwide

Harmful Algal Blooms

Rainy Seasons & Algal Bloom Trends Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation

Can we clean up, stop, or end harmful algal blooms?

What do you know about algal blooms?