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Invasive Algae Cleanup Underway In Newport Beach
The algae is not dangerous to humans or wildlife, but can spread easily and choke native plants and critical marine habitats.
NEWPORT BEACH (CBSLA) — An effort to remove and eradicate an invasive algae species from Newport Harbor was underway Thursday.
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The invasive algae, scientifically known as Caulerpa prolifera, was first discovered in the China Cove beach area of Newport Harbor in March. The city has been working since then with multiple federal, state and local agencies to identify the extent of the algae’s growth and to develop a removal plan.
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