Heterosigma akashiwo harmful algae bloom
By Communications and Publishing
July 2023 (approx.)
Detailed Description
Point Molate Beach in Richmond, California. Five dead sturgeon washed ashore here during an algae bloom caused by Heterosigma akashiwo, which began in late July of 2023 and ended about a month later in August.
Photo Credit: Don Feria/Special to the San Francisco Chronicle
Sources/Usage
Public Domain.
Approved use for USGS website only from San Francisco Chronicle newspaper