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Deadly Ocean Algae Killing California Sea Life

Ocean algae that produces a toxic acid is killing sea life along the California coast. Scientists don't know why the deadly algae bloom is especially large this year. Wildlife rehabhillitation centers

Ocean algae that produces a toxic acid is killing sea life along the California coast. Scientists don't know why the deadly algae bloom is especially large this year. Wildlife rehabhillitation centers are inundated with sick and dying animals, including sea lions, dolphins and birds.

Guests

  • Dr. Carl J. Carrano , professor and chair of SDSU Chemistry Department.
  • Dr. Todd Schmitt , Sea World Veterinarian.

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