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June Grass and Sea Grapes Cling to Destin Beaches
Gulf algae known as June Grass and Sea Grapes drift ashore, clinging to skin and swimsuits while carrying tiny marine life. Prof. Ross Hamilton notes Sargassum from the Azores fuels local fish feeding and supports Gulf life, with economic effects from ship rerouting and uses in food thickeners.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Patricia Gould
Gulf
Ross Hamilton
Okaloosa-Walton Junior College
Hamilton
Destin
Sargaso Sea
Azores
Japan
Destin-South Walton