Milky seas are an extraordinary ocean phenomenon characterized by large glowing patches, historically reported by sailors but scientifically elusive until now. A recent project led by Justin Hudson, a PhD candidate, compiled a comprehensive database of these occurrences over 400 years, supported by satellite images. This initiative aims to identify when and where milky seas are likely to form, potentially aiding future scientific sampling. Previous research attributed the glow to the bacteria Vibrio harveyi, which glows constantly during peak populations, differing from the intermittent bioluminescence caused by dinoflagellates in ocean waves.
The phenomenon of milky seas, vast glowing patches in the ocean, has captivated sailors for centuries, yet little scientific understanding existed until recently.
Researchers are hopeful that the newly created database on milky seas will allow for more targeted sampling of the phenomenon, revealing its mysterious nature.
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