Jul 27, 2011 12:05 PM
Beachgoers on Dune Road in the western half of Southampton Town this weekend noticed something a bit strange while splashing in the waves: a large amount of sea foam—almost resembling a bubble bath—in the ocean surf.
A number of environmental experts familiar with the ocean have differing opinions of what is causing the white, almost paint-like substance that follows the breaking waves, though all agree it is a natural phenomenon and nothing that should chase anyone from the water.
Peconic Baykeeper Kevin McAllister said on Tuesday after examining a photograph of the foam that it was caused by the release of proteins from the jellyfish budding process. Mr. McAllister said that it is common this time of year because the jellyfish are expected to reproduce and become a common sight in the... more
A number of environmental experts familiar with the ocean have differing opinions of what is causing the white, almost paint-like substance that follows the breaking waves, though all agree it is a natural phenomenon and nothing that should chase anyone from the water.
Peconic Baykeeper Kevin McAllister said on Tuesday after examining a photograph of the foam that it was caused by the release of proteins from the jellyfish budding process. Mr. McAllister said that it is common this time of year because the jellyfish are expected to reproduce and become a common sight in the... more
