The invasion of green algae

The algae, which can suffocate marine life, is thought to be caused by pollution from agriculture and industry. The largest algal bloom ever recorded in China has turned the Yellow Sea green and may be related to pollution from agriculture and industry. In future the name may change yellow sea into Green Sea.

The invasion of green algae

Officials in the city of Qingdao had used bulldozers to remove 7,335 tonnes of the growth from beaches according to the Xinhua news agency. The phenomenon has become an annual occurrence in the region over the past six summers. This year’s incident has swathed 28,900 sq km (11,158 sq miles), twice as much as the previous biggest bloom in 2008.

The algae, called Enteromorpha prolifera, is not toxic to humans or animals. However the carpet on the surface can dramatically change the ecology of the environment beneath it. It blocks sunlight from entering the ocean and sucks oxygen from the water suffocating marine life. [Text Source]

The invasion of green algaeCoastal city of Qingdao in eastern Shandong Province, on the coast of the Yellow Sea.

The invasion of green algaeGreen algae covered seas and lakes, but the swimmers it does not stop.

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The invasion of green algaeThe invasion of green algae often paralyzes beaches and caused great impact on tourism.

The invasion of green algaeA few photos from the coast of China over the years.

The invasion of green algaeAlgae from the coast were collected and taken away by trucks.

The invasion of green algaeFishing vessel.

The invasion of green algaeBeach volleyball.

The invasion of green algaeCoastal city of Qingdao.

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