| Blue Green Algae | 
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What is blue-green algae?
A naturally occurring alge with a blue-green colour (Cyanobacteria)
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Why is it in the River Murray?
It occurs naturally in most waters
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Why are there algal blooms?
Warm still conditions and nutrients encourage bloom formation.
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What is being done?
Reducing nutrient loads to the River - see 'Pollution - what is being done"
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What can I do?
Ensure that waste water is not allowed to enter the River.
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Information Sheets
Murray-Darling Association
What's What about Blue-Green Algae in the River Murray, Fact Sheet 6, 1997. (Also www.murrayusers.sa.gov.au) <Back to Top...> |
