Episode 31: Harmful Algal Blooms!

Welcome to Episode 31 of the Marine Enthusiasts Podcast! In today’s episode, hosts Gwenevere, & Skylar, discuss the visually spectacular & ecologically concerning phenomenon of Harmful Algal Blooms! Harmful Algal Blooms occur when there is an over proliferation of algae in body water, either freshwater or saltwater. They are most often caused by diatoms, dinoflagellates, or cyanobacteria. They are associated with an over abundance of nutrients, & typically occur during Spring, & Fall.Sit back, relax, enjoy a cucumber lemonade, & dive into the latest episode of the Marine Enthusiasts podcast!Resource 1:https://www.cdc.gov/harmful-algal-blooms/about/index.htmlResource 2:https://www.epa.gov/habsResource 3https://www.noaa.gov/what-is-harmful-algal-bloomThe Persaud Foundation Online Courses:https://www.thepersaudcatalog.org/coursesOur LinkTree:https://linktr.ee/marineenthusiastsOur Website: https://marineenthusiastsp.wixsite.com/marineenthusiastspodOur BlueSky:https://bsky.app/profile/marineenthusiasts.bsky.socialOur Facebook Page:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61571209183668&mibextid=wwXIfr&mibextid=wwXIfrOur LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/company/marine-enthusiasts/Our Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/marineenthusiastspodcast?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qrBabbel Partnership:https://tr.ee/qjnsdXJp4q