Often called a Harmful Algal Bloom, the Lake Erie blooms of blue-green algae (also known as cyanobacteria) can produce the liver toxin microcystin. Algal blooms pose risks to people and animals, ...

Blue green algae bacteria is common in Florida's freshwater environments because it thrives on warm temperatures and sunlight. That algae has popped up in a lake in Destin. The Florida Department of ...

Researchers recently gathered near Hilton Head to assess the health of manatees, part of an effort to protect the species as they migrate along the Atlantic.

Signs lined the lake in Davies Plantation Park on Wednesday, warning park visitors of the dangers of coming in contact with the algae ...

From India’s rare rose-ringed parakeet to flamingos across Africa, pink animals catch the eye with their unusual colours. Here are 12 stunning creatur ...

Coral Triangle faces threats from climate change, but cryobanks offer hope for restoring and preserving endangered coral species.

The past three summers have been the worst on record for Florida's coral reefs. To try to restore them, scientists are breeding corals that can handle heat better, using coral from other countries.

PEACHTREE CITY, Ga. — Peachtree City officials are asking the public to stay clear of the lagoon near the park at Battery Way due to algae growth. Officials are testing water samples to see if the ...

Just over one week from the Head of the Charles, the City of Cambridge is sending out an alert about an algae bloom in the Charles River.