In this gripping discussion, marine ecologist Dr. Scott Bennett, who studies algal blooms at the University of Tasmania, shares his alarming findings from South Australia. He details the unprecedented algal bloom affecting the region, leading to the death of over 12,000 marine animals, including rare species like leafy sea dragons and giant cuttlefish. Scott emphasizes the threats posed by rising ocean temperatures and marine heatwaves, urging urgent conservation measures to protect delicate ecosystems from further decline.
