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Marmara Sea Was Covered With Mucilage

The surface of the Marmara Sea covered with sea snot (or mucilage) seen in Istanbul, Turkey on June 1, 2021. Sea snot is a jelly-like substance formed by the excessive proliferation of microscopic plants called phytoplankton. The thick layer caused by the viscous fluid cannot be cleaned despite all efforts, and is a serious threat for the biodiversity of the Marmara Sea. (Photo by Erhan Demirtas/NurPhoto)

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Photo ID	#6771842
Date Taken	1 June 2021
Location	N/A
Photographer	Erhan Demirtas/NurPhoto
Category	Environmental Issue
Copyright	© 2025 NurPhoto - Erhan Demirtas/NurPhoto

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