Harmful Algal Bloom (HAB) Event Information
Bloom Code
24-3475-B5
| Where | |
|---|---|
| Water Body | Cayuga Lake |
| Latitude and Longitude | 42.91061, -76.72757 |
| Segment | Lakeshore Segment Northeast 3: Harris Park to Frontenac Park |
| County | Cayuga |
| Extent | Large Localized |
When
| Bloom Reported | September 19, 2024 |
| Bloom Sampled | September 19, 2024 |
| Microscopic Examination | September 19, 2024 |
What
Bloom Genera [1]
| Microscopy | Present | Dominant |
|---|---|---|
| Microcystis |
Bloom Chemistry
| Total Chlorophyll a | 70.4 ug/L |
| Total Microcystin and Nodularins (EPA 546) [2] | 1347.0 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: This bloom extended far both north and south of where sample was drawn. Very large area.