Harmful Algal Bloom (HAB) Event Information
Bloom Code
24-3447-B1
| Where | |
|---|---|
| Water Body | Cayuga Lake |
| Latitude and Longitude | 42.826917, -76.736173 |
| Segment | Lakeshore Segment Northwest 4: Schuyler Creek to Canoga Creek |
| County | Seneca |
| Extent | Widespread |
When
| Bloom Reported | September 19, 2024 |
| Bloom Sampled | September 19, 2024 |
| Microscopic Examination | September 19, 2024 |
What
Bloom Genera [1]
| Microscopy | Present | Dominant |
|---|---|---|
| Dolichospermum | ||
| Microcystis |
Bloom Chemistry
| Total Chlorophyll a | 1307.0 ug/L |
| Total Microcystin and Nodularins (EPA 546) [2] | 712.0 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: Extensive Bloom extending 40 feet into the Lake and 1000's of feet along shoreline.