Harmful Algal Bloom (HAB) Event Information
Bloom Code
25-3476-B7
| Where | |
|---|---|
| Water Body | Cayuga Lake |
| Latitude and Longitude | 42.67042, -76.71132 |
| Segment | Lakeshore Segment Northwest 1: Sheldrake Point to Deans Cove |
| County | Seneca |
| Extent | Widespread |
When
| Bloom Reported | October 17, 2025 02:30 PM |
| Bloom Sampled | October 17, 2025 02:30 PM |
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What
Bloom Genera [1]
| Microscopy | Present | Dominant |
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Bloom Chemistry
[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 reported: Extended south toward sheldrake point. Weather mild and low wind. Started thin/ small at 9 am and increased intensity as day went on/ otherwise very clear water. 55 degrees .
Weather
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