The Marine Mammal Care Center announced that the toxic algae bloom causing widespread domoic acid poisoning among sea lions in Southern California has diminished. This severe bloom, described as the longest and deadliest of its kind, led to over 400 marine animals treated, highlighting the impact of climate change and environmental runoff on marine life. Reports of aggressive sea lions further raised alarm among beachgoers. Fortunately, with extensive support and advocacy, hundreds of marine mammals have regained their health, marking a hopeful transition away from the crisis.
"This was the longest, most toxic, and deadliest bloom we've ever experienced," the center announced on social media. "Because of your support and advocacy, we got through it, and hundreds of marine mammals received a second chance at life!"
Researchers say that climate change and an increase in agricultural runoff, wastewater discharge and urban stormwater have increased the scale and frequency of these blooms in recent years.
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