Publications by authors named "Morgan C Jutte"
Harmful Algae
September 2024
Article Synopsis
- Grand Lake St. Marys (GLSM) experiences harmful algal blooms (HABs) predominantly caused by Planktothrix, which can produce toxic microcystin due to high nutrient runoff from agriculture.
- The years 2020 and 2022 showed typical bloom patterns with high chlorophyll and microcystin levels, while 2021 was atypical with lower biomass and toxin concentrations, despite increased tributary loading later in the year.
- The study indicates that reduced external nutrient loads can lead to better water quality outcomes, such as lower HAB toxicity and increased phytoplankton diversity, particularly highlighting the variability of factors influencing blooms in GLSM.
