Jokes aside, last year an algae bloom in Tampa bay killed mega-tons of sea life, dolphins, sea turtles, Goliath groupers, and all.
And the neurotoxin that does the damage also harms people!
For a little perspective, Tampa bay still hasn't recovered from the last red tide event in 2017 which is evident by the specific fishing regulations implemented for the area.
I found a study recently that points to the Mississippi river as one of the main contributors to the red tide. The extra nutrients that are coming down the river and going into the gulf is the problem.
And the neurotoxin that does the damage also harms people!
For a little perspective, Tampa bay still hasn't recovered from the last red tide event in 2017 which is evident by the specific fishing regulations implemented for the area.