Harmful Algal Bloom Report
Bloom Code
26-NW1-B10
Where |
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|---|---|
| Water Body | Cayuga Lake |
| Latitude and Longitude | 42.695385359, -76.740389661 |
| Segment | Lakeshore Segment Northwest 1: Sheldrake Point to Deans Cove |
| County | Seneca |
| Extent | Small Localized: The HAB is contained in a very small area of the lake, limited from one to several neighboring properties. |
When
| Bloom Reported | August 18, 2026 01:01 PM |
| Bloom Sampled | August 18, 2026 01:01 PM |
| Microscopic Examination | August 19, 2026 |
What
Bloom Genera [1]
| Microscopy | Present | Dominant |
|---|---|---|
| Microcystis |
[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.
Bloom Description
2026 PRIORITY ZONE: Thirsty Owl Wine Company- identified by Seneca County Health Department as a sample-collection site. Volunteer reported: Slight amount of streaking
