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Bioluminescent Tides By, Gracie Kirkorian

Have you ever herd of bioluminescent tides? I know, I know weird word, but it is known as glowing tides. The last time it happened in the US was in May 2020 in San Diego, CA. These waves are what you would call florescent. In the day the color is a red-ish orange, but it is at night when magic happens. This natural phenomenon has positive and negative effects on sea life and humans.

Bioluminescent waves occur all around the globe. These places include: the coastal lines in America, Australia, The Caribbean, Asia, Europe and The Indian Ocean. Not all of these places have the same exact experience with the tides in more polluted waters the waves will not be a neon at night and in more clear water the waves will be more transparent. These waves only occur in the ocean. Bioluminescent waves will usually only occur in the warmer months and last up to a month. These tides usually develop every year or two.

One of the reasons why this phenomenon happens is because when the months get warmer there is more predator activity. Which is why this only happens in the warmer months. The science behind these glowing tides is complicated, so let me break it down. The glowing part of it is a reaction between chemicals including oxygen and other unknown sources. In other words, this happeneds when a chemical reaction (oxygen & unknown sources) that produces light energy within an organism's body.

There are many positives, but there are also negatives too. Some of the positives are how beautiful it is and it protects the algae (the bacteria making the light). There are also negative effects too. The biggest one is that when a fish, human, sea star etc. comes in contact with the water while the tides are active the algae is highly toxic. Sea life and humans have been known to get 1st and 2nd degree burns and rashes. If you ever want to surf or play in the water wear a wet suit and try to not get your face wet. There is one more negative effect though, animals will have a hard time resting. They need rest too you know. These are just a small fraction of the positive and negative thing that this natural phenomenon creates.

This phenomenon is considered a natural phenomenon because it is naturally made. It is not created by mankind. This phenomenon is quite beautiful too. Also, this phenomenon is special because there is nothing like it. Lastly, bioluminescent tides are even on the list “top 9 phenomena”. Number 4 to be exact. So, how about you reconsider calling bioluminescent tides glowing tides