Why water off Sanibel turns brown: Marine biologist explains seasonal color changes

Why water off Sanibel turns brown: Marine biologist explains seasonal color changes

Have you ever been on the water and wondered why it's brown? The answer lies in color-dissolved organic matter in the water, which is seasonal and creates a striking visual divide between muddy-looking brown water and the teal, deep blue water of the Gulf.WATCH: Fox 4 spoke to a marine biologist who explains how this happens: Why Gulf Coast water turns brown: Marine biologist explains seasonal color changesThis phenomenon occurs when fresh water…