Instead of hanging 10, some surfers in Newport Beach had to cut and run after they were accosted by an aggressive sea lion. The sea lion chased the beachgoers out of the water and onto shore, FOX 11 L.A. reported Thursday. The animal was most likely suffering from the effects of domoic acid poisoning, the station reported.<\/p>\n
Domoic acid is a neurotoxin produced by harmful algal blooms that accumulates in filter-feeding fish \u2014 including anchovies and sardines \u2014 which are then eaten by seals, sea lions and dolphins.<\/p>\n
Sea lions have a 50% to 65% survival rate when they\u2019re taken in for treatment in a timely manner, experts say. However, doing so can be difficult, as an adult female can weigh up to 250 pounds and an adult male up to 1,000 pounds, requiring several people to move each animal.<\/p>\n
A domoic acid event occurred two years ago in California, resulting in the deaths of more than 1,000 sea lions. The Marine Mammal Care Center in San Pedro has taken in more than 100 sickened sea lions, according to the organization. Dolphins also suffer from the effects of the poison but tend to get stranded on the beaches and almost always die.<\/p>\n
Domoic acid blooms usually happen every three to seven years. However, they are getting worse over time due to human activity and climate change, which has resulted in warmer ocean temperatures.<\/p>\n
The incident in Newport Beach highlights the growing concern of domoic acid poisoning among marine life, particularly sea lions. It is crucial for beachgoers to be aware of their surroundings and for authorities to take prompt action in treating affected animals to improve their survival rates. By understanding the causes and impacts of domoic acid blooms, we can work towards mitigating their effects on marine ecosystems.<\/p>\n
Domoic acid poisoning is a condition caused by the consumption of domoic acid, a neurotoxin produced by harmful algal blooms. It affects marine mammals such as sea lions, seals, and dolphins.<\/p>\n
Domoic acid blooms typically occur every three to seven years but are becoming more frequent and severe due to human activity and climate change.<\/p>\n
Sea lions have a 50% to 65% survival rate when treated in a timely manner.<\/p>\n
Dolphins that ingest domoic acid often get stranded on beaches and have a high mortality rate.<\/p>\n
Reducing human impact on the environment and addressing climate change can help mitigate the severity and frequency of domoic acid blooms.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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