Algal Blooms

We hear about algal blooms through news stories, but what exactly are they? And what types do we have to be concerned about in North Carolina? Specifically this section will define, explain the effects on aquatic life, and detail the cause of:

Pfiesteria Piscicida
An algal bloom that is typically harmless, this has caused fish kills in several parts of the North Carolina and Virginia coast. Find out why.

Blue-Green Algae
Most of us refer to it as scum. Find out what cyanobacteria is and how its toxic form can cause some unpleasant effects for people.