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A Bloom of a A Bloom of a “Different” Color“Different” ColorUsing satellite imagery to
monitor coastal algae
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Algal BloomsAlgal Blooms• Marine algae form
the base of the ocean food chain
• Coastal nutrient rich waters support a range of algal species
• Population growth is influenced by many factors
Marine Phytoplankton
Zooplankton
Shrimp
FishFish
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What is our What is our interest in the interest in the marine algae?marine algae?
How do they How do they affect us?affect us?
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National interest• Some species add
DMS (dimethyl sulfide) to the atmosphere
• Satellite algorithms track pockets of high cell counts
• Do the algal cells alter the biogeochemical nature of the area over time?
CoccolithophoreEmiliania huxleyi
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National interest• Important Nitrogen
fixer in the oceans• Produces a
neurotoxin that can be involved in fish kills and human illness
• Detection by Wide Field-of-view Sensor (SeaWiFS)
cyanobacteria Trichodesmium
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Harmful Algal BloomsHarmful Algal Blooms• The population of
algal cells can increase rapidly
• Some algae produce toxins that can endanger marine animals and humans
• > 5000 species • < 5% are toxic
Many Many different different
algal species algal species are are
responsible responsible for HAB’sfor HAB’s
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National interest• The water appears
“red” in color – known as the red tide
• Neurotoxin concentrates in shellfish, but can be released from algae through wave action
• Fish kills, marine mammals may die, human concerns
DinoflagellateDinoflagellateKarenia brevis
May 25-Jun 1, 2003
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National interest• Formation of
ECOHAB agency for focused research on Harmful Algal Blooms
• Provides greater understanding of algal cell transport, conditions for blooms, and toxicity differences between the speciesCells caught in Gulf Stream fingersCells caught in Gulf Stream fingers
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Local Interest• State agencies in
coastal zones monitor the cell counts, notify public of health concerns
• Shellfish and fin fishing may be restricted
• Citizen awareness is increased; action groups are formed
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Worldwide Effects of HAB’sWorldwide Effects of HAB’s
• Light penetration levels in water decrease altering photosynthesis rate
• Algal blooms may be harmful to seagrass and coral reef ecosystems and the connected food webs
• Shellfish may accumulate algal toxins by feeding on the toxic phytoplankton resulting in fish kills, marine mammal distress, human illness and possible death
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Phycotoxins and their EffectsPhycotoxins and their Effects
• Compounds will bioconcentrate when ingested at lower trophic levels (algal toxins or phycotoxins are relatively chemically stable to heat and cold)
• Can cause “lesions” on dermis of fish thus providing a path for infection
• Produce symptoms that affect the nervous system and/or intestinal distress; some cardiovascular effects in marine animals and humans
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Types of Toxicity
Ciquatera Fish Poisoning • Pantropical distribution• Toxins accumulate in reef
fish that may remain toxic for as long as two years
• 50,000 plus victims annually – many unreported incidents
• Gastrointestinal and neurological distress, rarely fatal
• Gambierdiscus taxicus
Neurotoxic Shellfish Poison• Less severe than CFP,
but similar toxic affects• Often blooms discolor the
water and kill fish• Causes respiratory
discomfort like allergies when cells rupture
• Economic impact huge when fisheries are closed
• Karenia brevis or G.breve
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Types of Toxicity Types of Toxicity
Paralytic Fish Poisoning • Concentrate in mackerel
on the food chain• PSP is caused by a
saxitoxin• Can cause death in
marine mammals and in humans
• World wide distribution – species below is tropical
• Pyrodinium bahamense
Diarrhetic Shellfish Poison• Symptoms similar to
bacterial gastroenteritis• Not fatal, recovery in
three days• Algal cells found in all
coastal temperate waters • Okadaic acid from
species below caused problems in Japan
• Dinophysis sp.
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Types of Toxicity Types of Toxicity
Amnesic Shellfish Poison• First recognized in 1987
on Prince Edward Island• Caused 4 deaths and 100
acute cases from ingestion of blue mussels
• Neurotoxic domoic acid is produced by the diatom below
• Careful monitoring during bloom cycles – wide distribution of this species
• Nitzchia sp.
Can we predict when or where the next algal bloom will occur?
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What do you notice about the incidents
of reported toxic outbreaks?
How can the public become more aware
of this problem?
Frequency of HAB events
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Reasons for Increase in HAB’sReasons for Increase in HAB’s
• Global climate change producing wider ranges for some species
• Human contributions of increased nutrients and pollution in coastal waters
• Subtle changes in local ecosystems that may allow exotic species to thrive if introduced
• A more comprehensive monitoring and reporting system
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Study proximity of shellfish beds and coastal rivers to high algal cell counts
Watch for the HAB’sWatch for the HAB’s
Interactive mapping on-line to examine satellite imagery for SST, winds and chlorophyll-a
http://http://www.csc.noaa.gov/crs/www.csc.noaa.gov/crs/habf/habmaps.htmlhabf/habmaps.html
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Compare data using GISCompare data using GIS
What factors may influence the growth of G.breve?
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Predict bloom or not?Predict bloom or not?• Scientists agree that a combination of
factors seem to cause algae to “bloom” in an area
• Satellite technology helps to focus on global and local HAB problem spots
• Prediction capabilities have increased, so the public can be informed earlier about fishing restrictions and health concerns
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Be a “Bloom” Be a “Bloom” Watcher?Watcher?
What will your role as a citizen of the 21st century be in the HAB issue?
Improved Local Water QualityImproved Local Water Quality
Better Economic Forecast for FisheriesBetter Economic Forecast for Fisheries
Global awareness and travel precautionsGlobal awareness and travel precautions