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Green is the colour of environmental acceptability...unless...

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The image was captured with an iPhone (other phones are available), highlighting a common late-summer scene in most freshwater lakes and reservoirs—a large cyanobacterial bloom along the shore. Cyanobacteria can pose risks to wildlife and water users, making reports of such occurrences valuable. Citizen science apps like Bloomin’ Algae encourage users to report such blooms, aiding in public health warnings and educating the public on recognising potential hazards.