New Insights into Bioluminescence of Red Tide Predator Plankton

A team of scientists at UC San Diego's Scripps Institution of Oceanography has recently revealed intriguing findings about the bioluminescence of a specific marine plankton species.

This unique plankton is known to feed on other plankton, including those harmful algae that contribute to red tides, raising questions about its ecological role.

The research, published on April 29, 2026, sheds light on the complex interactions within marine ecosystems and the potential implications for understanding harmful algal blooms.