Macroalgae Patrol Program

This is a form used to report sightings of macroalgae blooms in Tampa Bay. If you see a species you don't know, but want to identify, you can use the Marine Flora of Tampa Bay guide located here. Be sure to fill out as much information as you can and include photos for quality assurance.


Thanks for you're participation in the Macroalgae Patrol Program and helping keep an eye on Tampa Bay!

Date of sighting

Depth to the bottom in feet (example: 2 feet)

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Not sure what the macroalgae is but want to learn? Click here to view the Marine Flora of Tampa Bay ID Guide.

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Include any additional information about the bloom or location here.

Be sure to upload photos of the bloom, macroalgae type and site here. These photos will be used for a secondary algae identification. If you have trouble, you can also email them to Sheila Scolaro at sscolaro@tbep.org.

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