Starving Dolphins in Florida Traced to Algae Bloom Fueled by Human Waste

The dumping of effluent and fertilizer into Florida waters caused a massive bloom of phytoplankton, killing off much of the dolphins' food supply.

Apr 7, 2025 - 05:03
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Starving Dolphins in Florida Traced to Algae Bloom Fueled by Human Waste
Image of a dolphin body from Florida's Indian River Lagoon.

The dumping of effluent and fertilizer into Florida waters caused a massive bloom of phytoplankton, killing off much of the dolphins' food supply.