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Infographic: What is Sargassum?

Published on: 09/29/2023
Research Area(s): Social Media

Graphic showing how sargassum is pushed ashore and the issues it causes on shore. What is Sargassum, where does it come from, and what happens when it washes ashore? Check out this new infographic to learn about the many facets of this free-floating algae, from wildlife habitat to NOAA’s role in monitoring Sargassum inundation events. oceanservice.noaa.gov/news/sargassum/

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