Red Tide is a harmful alga bloom caused by a naturally occurring alga (a plant-like microorganism) called Karenia brevis or K. brevis. When K. brevis appears in large quantities – typically in the ...

Three technologies proven to limit the impact of red tide took center stage at a showcase hosted Wednesday by Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium. All three technologies developed by Mote and its ...

A new study led by researchers at the University of South Florida shines light on the environmental drivers of red tide blooms. Published in the journal mSphere, the study is the first to identify ...

Scientists might soon be able to forecast when the see is gonna turn red - and don’t worry, it has nothing to do with the apocalypse. For the first time, researchers identified nearly a dozen viruses ...

NOAA's monitoring systems are crucial for predicting and mitigating red tide events, helping communities prepare and minimize economic losses. Proposed budget cuts to NOAA, including the Integrated ...

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — A new study led by researchers at the University of South Florida sheds light on the environmental drivers of red tide blooms. "We're able to better look at the roles of viruses ...

Sanibel Island is renowned for its picturesque beaches and abundant wildlife, but the aftermath of a devastating hurricane and a red tide event have left lingering impacts beneath its clear blue ...

For any Floridian or seasoned visitor to the state's coasts, you know it only takes a visit from one unwanted visitor to ruin any beach day — red tide. Karenia brevis is a naturally occurring, ...

It is not a bad start to the Red Tide season across western Florida, especially since no microorganisms have been detected in the southwest, where toxic algae blooms often occur during early fall. But ...

University of South Florida researchers have discovered connections between certain viruses and red tide blooms. The even found a new viral species. Further research is needed to understand the ...

As a coastal resident in Florida, the beach is the heartbeat of my community and a major focal point of our way of life. It’s our park, our playground, our spiritual connection to nature. But there ...