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The research aims to monitor harmful algal blooms in the Tropical Mexican Pacific using satellite technology and field data.

April 1, 2026Open Access

Analysis of surface harmful algal blooms in the Tropical Mexican Pacific: A remote sensing approach

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Analysis employs satellite imaging to monitor harmful algal blooms in coastal areas, indicating critical environmental insights.

The research aims to monitor harmful algal blooms in the Tropical Mexican Pacific using satellite technology and field data.
Utilized the Surface Algal Bloom Index algorithm on Modis-Aqua sensor data via Google Earth Engine.
Conducted field data collection through UAMITPacific microalgae sampling.
Employed advanced microscopy and molecular phylogenetic methods for precise taxonomy.
Significant occurrences of harmful algal blooms identified in February, August, and October.
New bloom records of Helicotheca tamesis and Eutreptiella sp. were documented.
The analysis revealed the impact of environmental factors such as ocean currents on algal bloom dynamics.

Márquez et al. (2025) studied this question.

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