Division of Water Quality

Benthic Mats: Harmful Algal Bloom Examples

Harmful algal blooms may also occur as benthic mats. These mats grow on the bottom of the waterbody and may detach and float downstream. They are found in both standing and flowing water.

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Harmful Algal Bloom Example 01: "Benthic Mats"

Harmful Algal Bloom Example 02: "Benthic Mats"

Harmful Algal Bloom Example 03: "Benthic Mats"

Harmful Algal Bloom Example 04: "Benthic Mats"

Harmful Algal Bloom Example 05: "Benthic Mats"

Harmful Algal Bloom Example 06: "Benthic Mats"

Harmful Algal Bloom Example 07: "Benthic Mats"

Harmful Algal Bloom Example: "Benthic Mats" near Zion Lodge in 2020

Harmful Algal Bloom Example: "Benthic Mats" dried out

Harmful Algal Bloom Example 08: "Benthic Mats"

Harmful Algal Bloom Example 09: "Benthic Mats"

Harmful Algal Bloom Example 10: "Benthic Mats"