Dozens of kangaroos die near algal bloom site in South Australia
(MENAFN) Wildlife authorities are urgently investigating the deaths and distress of numerous kangaroos in South Australia, in an area recently affected by a marine algal bloom. A Media outlet reported on Saturday that at least eight dead kangaroos were discovered near Tunkalilla Beach, west of Victor Harbor, with witness Anthony Rowland suggesting the actual number is likely higher in the surrounding grassy areas.
Rowland, a surfer who has been monitoring the beaches for the past two weeks, Rowland also witnessed 10 to 15 kangaroos in severe distress, unable to stand, and a larger group of around 30 exhibiting abnormal behavior. A video captured by Rowland showed some of the animals collapsing upon approach. He was quoted as saying, "There were a couple of joeys standing by themselves and a couple more standing near the corpses."
The Environment Protection Authority has confirmed that a microalgal bloom, caused by Karenia mikimotoi, has been responsible for fish deaths and illnesses among surfers since mid-March. While officials initially considered toxic phalaris grass as a potential cause for the kangaroos' condition, the proximity to the algal bloom has prompted a closer examination of a possible link.
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