Harmful Algal Bloom (HAB) Event Information
Bloom Code
24-3406-B7
| Where | |
|---|---|
| Water Body | Cayuga Lake |
| Latitude and Longitude | 42.78722, -76.7158 |
| Segment | Lakeshore Segment Northeast 5: Frontenac Park to Ellis Point |
| County | Cayuga |
| Extent | Large Localized |
When
| Bloom Reported | October 17, 2024 |
| Bloom Sampled | October 17, 2024 |
| Microscopic Examination | October 18, 2024 |
What
Bloom Genera [1]
| Microscopy | Present | Dominant |
|---|---|---|
| Dolichospermum | ||
| Microcystis |
Bloom Chemistry
| Total Chlorophyll a | 78.1 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: Initial report made by community member/homeowner. Sample taken after initial bloom, wind increased resulting in reduced formation of bloom, second photo (extent) is at time of sample. First photo supplied by homeowner.