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Phytoplankton Monitoring Network (PMN)

Promoting a better understanding of harmful algal blooms by way of volunteer monitoring

the Net

PMN is starting an email newsletter to stay in touch with our volunteers and keep you updated on what’s happening in PMN and the Marine Biotoxins Program. We think you will be interested in the content and would love to have you subscribe or view the latest edition.

Texas Harmful Algal Bloom Bites the Dust

Harmful algal bloom (HAB) forecasters at the Center for Operational Oceanographic Products and Services (CO-OPS) issued a final forecast in mid-February for a HAB that severely impacted the Texas coast and coastal bays over the past 5 months. (more)

Volunteering

Current Volunteers, Volunteers In-Training, and Prospective Volunteers: Access everything you need to monitor or to get started monitoring with the PMN. Equipment specifications, sampling protocols, training materials, useful links, and ID practice. Schedule a Training Session. (more)

Data

Download and print datasheets, review the data entry manual, submit data and view historical data. If you have trouble submitting data, please review the data entry manual. If you continue to encounter issues contact Jeff Paternoster. (more)