Algae bloom off New England coast could affect marine life

Toxic algae bloom suspected in midcoast shellfish die-off

Harpswell officials said they have been fielding calls from harvesters in Harpswell, Brunswick, Wiscasset and elsewhere.

Maine officials identify phytoplankton behind Casco Bay bloom

The bloom has been identified as Karenia mikimotoi, a species that can harm fish and shellfish but is not considered dangerous to humans.

Algae bloom off New England coast could affect marine life

Large algae bloom off New England coast is being watched for possible harm to shellfish and fish.

2 areas of Casco Bay temporarily closed to shellfish harvesting as algae bloom spreads

Maquiot Bay in Brunswick and Middle Bay will be closed starting Saturday. A phytoplankton species that can harm marine life is now being detected from New Hampshire to Penobscot Bay.