This Smithsonian K-12 Education website provides a brief overview of mahogany tide (also known as red tide) events. These events are caused by dinoflagellates, a special type of phytoplankton, and can harm sea life. This website also features links to other related red tide sites.
Subject: Biology, Ecology:Habitats:Marine, Water Column, Biology:Microbiology, Microbiology:Microbiology and Health Resource Type: Scientific Resources:Overview/Reference Work Grade Level: Intermediate (3-5), Middle (6-8), High School (9-12), General Public Ocean Environments: Coastal and Estuarine, Surface Waters Theme: Teach the Earth:Course Topics:EcologyKeywords: Harmful algal blooms, HABs
