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Scientists have discovered a new threat lurking beneath the ocean’s surface. Sudden periods of underwater darkness can last for days or even months, caused by storm-driven mudslides, algae blooms, and murky water.
These “dark waves” dramatically reduce the amount of light reaching the ocean floor, endangering kelp forests, seagrass beds, and other light-dependent organisms. The discovery highlights how the ocean environment can change suddenly and pose a major challenge to ecosystems.
These “dark waves” dramatically reduce the amount of light reaching the ocean floor, endangering kelp forests, seagrass beds, and other light-dependent organisms. The discovery highlights how the ocean environment can change suddenly and pose a major challenge to ecosystems.