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Red Tide Observed in Victoria Harbour Near Hung Hom
Non-toxic bloom identified as Noctiluca scintillans; no fish deaths reported
A red tide was observed in Victoria Harbour near Hung Hom on May 10, according to an interdepartmental red tide working group.
The bloom has since dissipated and no fish deaths have been reported.
The red tide was identified as being caused by Noctiluca scintillans, a non-toxic species commonly found in Hong Kong waters.
Authorities confirmed that the organism does not pose a threat to marine life or public health.
Red tides are naturally occurring events often linked to changes in water temperature, nutrient levels, and other environmental conditions.
The Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department (AFCD) continues to conduct a phytoplankton monitoring programme aimed at detecting and tracking red tide activity.
The initiative is part of ongoing efforts to minimise potential impacts on the mariculture industry and the wider public.
The bloom has since dissipated and no fish deaths have been reported.
The red tide was identified as being caused by Noctiluca scintillans, a non-toxic species commonly found in Hong Kong waters.
Authorities confirmed that the organism does not pose a threat to marine life or public health.
Red tides are naturally occurring events often linked to changes in water temperature, nutrient levels, and other environmental conditions.
The Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department (AFCD) continues to conduct a phytoplankton monitoring programme aimed at detecting and tracking red tide activity.
The initiative is part of ongoing efforts to minimise potential impacts on the mariculture industry and the wider public.
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