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Blue-Green Algae - August 2008
Cyanobacteria (blue-green algae) are a common seasonal occurrence in Victoria and a natural component of most aquatic systems, including streams, lakes, estuaries and the sea.
Many factors trigger blue-green algae blooms including nutrient loads, low inflows, low storage volumes and higher than normal temperatures.
Blue-green algae blooms are monitored regularly by water corporations and local waterway managers. When sampling and testing have confirmed the existence of blue-green algae, appropriate action is taken based on the use of the water body and the density and nature of the bloom.
A summary report of significant blooms that have occurred across the state for the month of August is shown in the table below.
In this section
- Table of Significant Blue-Green Algae Blooms Across Victoria
- Blue-Green Algae Newsletter (Issue 2) June 2008 (pdf 85.7 kb)
- 2008-2009 Blue-Green Algae Circular (pdf 460.4kb)
- Biovolume Calculator (xls 62.5kb)
- Blue-Green Algae Notification Form (xls 198.0kb)