Why the sea of Galilee in Israel was “dyed” red – See photos and videos

The Galilee Sea in Israel has been dyed in recent days, causing reflection, though the country’s Ministry of Water, assured that it was safe for swimming. According to the Jerusalem Post, the appearance of red spots in the sea is due to the green seaweed Botryococcus Braunii. The Sea of Galilee Turned Red: A Natural Phenomenon Caused the Formation of Spots in the Sea of Galilee, with no Danger to Swimmers. The Red Color Results from the Accumulation of a Natural Pigment Produced by Certain Type of Algae, in Response to Strong Sun… pic.twitter.com/ni4nxdmphz – adi The color results from the accumulation of a natural pigment that produces this algae as a reaction to intense sunlight, as the ministry assured. The pigment is not toxic and the professional water analyzes made in the sea of Galilee confirm that bathers do not need to worry […]
Source: News Beast

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