It looks like the trailer for “Avatar: The Way of Water,” but it’s a natural phenomenon. And spotting it is getting increasingly popular.
Tag: Algae
A Toxic Stew on Cape Cod: Human Waste and Warming Water
Climate change is contributing to electric-green algae blooms. Massachusetts wants a cleanup of the antiquated septic systems feeding the mess, but it could cost billions.
These Photographers Chase Bioluminescence in New Zealand
Capturing bioluminescence, a phenomenon in which glowing algae give crashing waves an electric blue glow, requires technical skill and a bit of luck.
How Did Plants Conquer Land? These Humble Algae Hold Clues
Two algal species share important genes with all modern land plants, a new analysis finds.
Millions of Norwegian Salmon Killed by Algae Bloom
The country’s salmon industry faced more than $80 million in losses after the algae suffocated the farmed fish. Some are pointing to climate change.