An example of blue-green algae
THERE has been a confirmed sighting of blue-green algae in Windermere.
The UK Centre for Ecology and Hydrology confirmed the presence of the algae in a section of the lake near Waterhead on November 2.
It is potentially toxic to both human and animal health. While they are naturally occurring, there are also a sign of pollution and are more likely to happened during periods of warm, dry weather.
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