10 Facts About Marine mucilage

Marine mucilage, referenced as sea snot or sea saliva, is thick, gelatinous organic matter found around the world's oceans, lately observed in the Mediterranean Sea.

Marine mucilage has many components, including diverse microorganisms including viruses and prokaryotes, debris, proteins, viruses, minerals, and exopolymeric compounds with colloidal properties.

Marine mucilage is produced by phytoplankton when they are stressed.

Scientists worry that the mass of marine mucilage could pose a biohazard to surviving marine life in the area.

Marine mucilage left by the spill likely resulted in the loss of sea life in the Gulf, as evidenced by a dead field of deepwater coral 11 kilometers from the Deepwater Horizon station.

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In early 2021, marine mucilage spread in the Sea of Marmara, due to pollution from wastewater dumped into seawater, which led to the proliferation of phytoplankton, and threatened the marine biome.

Marine mucilage has had an impact on economies around the world, especially those that revolve around the Mediterranean.

Marine mucilage has long been seen as a nuisance to the fishing industry, as it clogs fishing nets.

Marine mucilage produce an offensive smell and makes the ocean unsuitable for bathing.

Marine mucilage floating on the surface can significantly limit sunlight that nourishes coral and vegetation.