Toxic Algal Bloom Affecting California Sea Lions and Dolphins
August 07, 2024
August 07, 2024
WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration issued the following news:
Strong upwelling of nutrient-laden water from the deep ocean is driving a bloom of harmful algae along the Southern California coast. It produces a toxin that can poison sea lions and other marine mammals. The neurotoxin, domoic acid, does not appear to harm fish or pose a risk to swimmers. It can accumulate in shellfish such as mussels, oysters, and Dungeness crabs.
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Strong upwelling of nutrient-laden water from the deep ocean is driving a bloom of harmful algae along the Southern California coast. It produces a toxin that can poison sea lions and other marine mammals. The neurotoxin, domoic acid, does not appear to harm fish or pose a risk to swimmers. It can accumulate in shellfish such as mussels, oysters, and Dungeness crabs.
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