Blue algae

Australia on Instagram: “It's official, nature is pretty darn magical 😍✨ @davesyd_ was lucky enough to witness this spectacular sight at #NorahHead in the…”

Aphanizomenon Flos Aquae / Wild Blue-Green Algae: Algae was the first form of life on Earth and its power is immense. Wild blue-green algae is a phyto-plankton and contains virtually every nutrient. With a 60% protein content and a more complete amino acid profile than beef or soy beans. It contains one of the best known food sources of beta carotene, B vitamins and chlorophyll. It can improve brain function and memory, strengthen the immune system and fight viruses, colds and flu.

glowing algae in Puerto Rico

Red Algae exists in deep waters and contain a pigment called phycoerythrins. These pigments are red and are needed for photosynthesis.

The images were taken in Jervis Bay, the south coast of NSW, as the neon glow illuminated one of Australia's popular beaches. It is believed to be caused by millions of plankton omitting light.

Have you ever wondered what causes the water to glow blue in the dark? Some plankton or algae can glow in the dark, usually emitting a blue glow, which is what happens at night at Jervis Bay, Australia 🇦🇺

The stunning photo shows a shimmering blue shoreline with the bright lights of Hong Kong in the distance.

My Microscopic World on Instagram: “These beautiful and amazing blobs are actually multicellular algae called volvox. Volvox is a type of green freshwater algae and each…”