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Red Tide and Animal Exposure

Marine and terrestrial animals, such as manatees and shorebirds, can all be affected by exposure to red tide. The information in this section describes how these animals may be affected and what symptoms they may display.



2005 Red Tide Impacts on Fish Spawning in Tampa Bay

A discussion of the effects of recent, intense red tide blooms on the biology and ecology of spotted seatrout and other studied species in the Tampa Bay estuary.

Effects of Florida Red Tide on Marine Animals

Invertebrates, fish, birds, and mammals can be harmed when they are exposed to Florida red tide toxins in the water, sediments, or aerosol.



FWC Facts:
The organism that causes red tide in Florida, Karenia brevis, owes its name to a state researcher of harmful algal blooms, Dr. Karen Steidinger.

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