Researchers Find Harmful Algae Species Wasn't New to South Australian Waters

Researchers find harmful algae species wasn't new to South Australian waters

The coastline of South Australia has been affected for nearly a year by an unprecedented harmful algal bloom which has led to the deaths of millions of fish and sharks, impacted marine mammals and birds and affected the health of some people. The origins of this event remain the topic of intense discussion and investigation among both the public and scientific community.

Algae behind SA bloom effects had been around a decade, research finds

New research has found that the dominant species of algae killing marine life along South Australia's coastline has been present in the state's waters for at least a decade.

Research links South Australian algal bloom to widespread eco-anxiety and distress

The year-long algal bloom along the South Australian coastline has not only devastated marine life and triggered health risks for humans and pets; it has also had a significant psychological impact on local residents, according to new research.

Researchers find harmful algae species wasn’t new to South Australian