Algae Corner: "What Is It?" - Aphanizomenon or "Chopped Grass"

Welcome back to the Algae Corner! On this episode of “What Is It,” we're talking about aphanizomenon, or "chopped grass." It can produce a large number of toxins, so it's important to keep an eye out for it.

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