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Experts fear algal bloom to blame for disappearance of Whyalla's cuttlefish (opens original article in a new tab)

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Experts are concerned about a significant drop in giant Australian cuttlefish numbers in Whyalla, with fears linking it to a harmful algal bloom, though the exact cause remains uncertain.

  • Experts fear harmful algal bloom may have caused a drastic decline in giant Australian cuttlefish numbers in Whyalla
  • Only a few dozen cuttlefish have been spotted, far below the usual tens of thousands
  • South Australian Research and Development Institute will conduct a full population survey to determine causes

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