What Is This Seaweed and Where Did it Come From?
In recent years, a brown seaweed has been commonly seen along the beaches of coastal Alabama. This specific seaweed is called sargassum. Sargassum is known to have a distinct smell if it starts to rot, due to the release of hydrogen sulfide. However, there is no need to avoid the beach - it is harmless to humans. In 2019, there was a bloom of sargassum in the Gulf of Mexico. Scientists believe the main cause behind the growth is deforestation [...]