Harmful Algal Bloom (HAB) Event Information
Bloom Code
24-3449-B1
| Where | |
|---|---|
| Water Body | Cayuga Lake |
| Latitude and Longitude | 42.8351633, -76.7355368 |
| Segment | Lakeshore Segment Northwest 4: Schuyler Creek to Canoga Creek |
| County | Seneca |
| Extent | Widespread |
When
| Bloom Reported | August 28, 2024 |
| Bloom Sampled | August 28, 2024 |
| Microscopic Examination | August 28, 2024 |
What
Bloom Genera [1]
| Microscopy | Present | Dominant |
|---|---|---|
| Dolichospermum | ||
| Microcystis |
Bloom Chemistry
| Total Chlorophyll a | 301.0 ug/L |
| Total Microcystin and Nodularins (EPA 546) [2] | 120.0 ug/L |
[1] Genera - plural of genus, a category of classification in biology that ranks between the family level and the species level. Because there are many different species of bacteria that are difficult to distinguish, it is more useful to classify bacteria by genus rather than species.
[2] Microcystin
[2] Microcystin
Map of HAB event
Bloom Description
Volunteer reports: Very clear water yesterday with little wind, same today except for the bloom. Cloudy skies, water temp mid seventies.
