Algal Blooms and their Importance in Xochimilco and San Gregorio Atlapulco, Mexico

Algal blooms in the Ejidos de Xochimilco and San Gregorio Atlapulco Protected Natural Area exhibit significant spatiotemporal variations, encompassing 17 species with diverse ecological and industrial importance. Among these, Limnospira maxima stands out for its high nutritional value, while Anabaenopsis circularis, Microcystis aeruginosa, and Planktothrix agardhii pose potential toxicity or carcinogenic risks. The study, spanning from 2012 to 2022, utilized trawl sampling and van Dorn bottles to collect data, highlighting the need for constant monitoring and expanded knowledge to inform ecosystem management and sustainable use.

Torres, M. F. (2023). Algal Blooms and their Importance in Xochimilco and San Gregorio Atlapulco, Mexico. Environmental Sciences and Ecology: Current Research (ESECR, 4(3), 1–3. https://doi.org/10.54026/esecr/1094