Some people witnessed the enchanting display of bioluminescent algae illuminating the waves in uMdloti on Good Friday. Experts explain the science behind this natural phenomenon.

Explore the phenomenon of glowing ocean events known as milky seas, created by bioluminescent bacteria visible from space.

Milky seas are a rare bioluminescent phenomenon where vast areas of the ocean glow at night, sometimes for months. This glow, likely caused by Vibrio harveyi bacteria, has been reported by sailors for ...

Here are eight beaches around the world with bioluminescence that you can surely explore on your next vacation trip.

Also known as harmful algae blooms, red tides — the massive growth of algae that is tied to multiple organisms — are driven by wind and water currents, nutrients that run into the water ...

This natural phenomenon is often observed when there is an abundance of bioluminescence in the water, typically from an algae bloom of plankton. When disturbed by waves or splashes at night ...

Algae blooms can be dangerous, as they often release substances poisonous to humans and other animals. But recently in California, *** toxic bloom is affecting large numbers of sea lions ...

With the recent good weather, Daera said it was "no surprise that we are beginning to see algae-blooms re-appear again this year". However, the Northern Ireland Environment Agency has not received ...

For generations, sailors around the globe have reported a mysterious phenomenon: Vast areas of the ocean glow steadily at ...