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Giant seaweed blob heading toward Florida shores shrinks significantly

Por: WPLG Local 10 Politics July 08, 2023

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MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, Fla. – Scientists studying sargassum had some news for South Florida beachgoers.The giant seaweed blob that was expected to litter our shores over the summer seems to be shrinking.Scientists at the University of South Florida said the amount of sargassum in the Gulf of Mexico has dropped by a staggering 75% in the past month.While the seaweed can benefit marine animals by providing shade and shelter, it begins to die once it... + full article



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