The stunning video recorded off Scripps Pier showcases dolphins in bioluminescent tides, produced by microorganisms called dinoflagellates, creating a mesmerizing electric blue glow.
Bioluminescent tides occur when microorganisms are agitated by movement in the water, resulting in a brilliant neon blue light. This phenomenon enhances marine beauty at night.
Globally, red tide events are increasing in frequency. Locally, experts indicate that the occurrence of such bioluminescent events has risen since the 1960s, showing significant changes in oceanic conditions.
Previous occurrences of red tides have varied in duration, lasting anywhere from a week to more than a month, demonstrating the transient nature of these stunning yet alarming marine events.
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