Algae have killed hundreds of whales and sea lions

More than 1,000 marine animals died or became ill off the southern California coast in June, according to BBC News, based on data from the US National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA).

Pointing out that the reason for this situation is the toxic algae that arose in the region, the experts specified that hundreds of sea lions and whales died as a result.

CLIMATE CHANGE WILL MAKE THE PROBLEM GROW

Noting that poisonous algae is seasonal, the experts warned that climate change may exacerbate this problem.

David Caron, a biological sciences scholar at the University of Southern California, said: “I’ve heard that many people come across sick or dead animals while walking on the beach.” he used the phrase.

WHY DO THEY DIE?

Stating that the “domoic acid” produced by the algae spreads through the food chain between animals, Caron claimed that shellfish and some fish consume this poison, and then species such as sea lions, whales and birds that eat these animals are poisoned.

Caron added that animal protection teams intervene with sick animals to the best of their ability.

According to NOAA data, the beaches of Santa Bárbara and Ventura were the most affected by the situation. (AA)