Algal bloom
An algal bloom is a rapid increase or accumulation in the population of algae in freshwater or marine water systems, and is recognized by the discoloration in . Some HABs are associated with . Archiv Podobné Přeložit tuto stránku An algal bloom or marine bloom or water bloom is a rapid increase in the population of algae in an aquatic system. Less than one percent of algal blooms actually produce toxins. Learn how to keep you and your pets .
A HAB can look like foam, scum, . Blooms of algal species that can produce toxins are referred to as harmful algal blooms (HABs). HABs usually occur in nutrient-rich waters, particularly during . The photos on this page provide examples of what a harmful algal bloom (HAB) may look like. For comparison, photos of non-toxic blooms are also provided. The blooms are caused by a combination of.
Spring through early fall are the times of year that water bodies typically exhibit the most visible response to water quality problems.
The list of lakes that are suffering from algal blooms in North America is lengthy and growing. …