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but is a chemical reaction created within the organism itself. Similar to when a “glow stick” is bent and shaken, a chemi- cal reaction occurs. In the case of dino- flagelletes it is a reaction of a substance called luciferin and the enzyme luciferase in the present of oxygen creates light en- ergy within the dinoflagellete. Bioluminescence is a widely distribut- ed phenomenon in other marine species; from fish to squid, crustaceans, worms, jellyfish, shellfish, and bacteria. Some of this may be due to ingesting the dinofla- gelletes, but many times the biolumines- cence is creating within the species and used for offensive (illuminate, stun and distract prey) and defensive (startle, dis- tract, use as a “smoke screen” and warn predators) measures. It could also be used to attract mates. Marine bacteria species that create bioluminescent show a different display of light. While dinoflagelletes spark and glimmer when agitated by boat wakes, waves crashing or fish movement, the bioluminescent bacteria species, when at very high concentrations, can give a con- tinuous glow causing, what sailors call, a “milky sea”. This situation has been re- corded by mariners for centuries. Some species of dinoflagelletes are known to be quite dangerous in the right conditions. Locally, we know Karenia brevis, or Red Tide, a dinoflagellete spe- cies that blooms can cause upper respira- tory discomfort, fish kills and discolored waters. This species is not biolumines- cent. Scientists study these blooms to un- derstand the causes, possible prevention and life cycles of dinoflagelletes. They also study bioluminescent single-cell di- noflagelletes to help explain how all cells can be affected by the complexities of flow in their fluid environment. There are also studies to explore how dinoflagelletes can be used in microscopic flow sensors, which in the future, could be used to de- velop safer artificial hearts by ensuring the shear of blood flow is not too high or low. Just look in a canal nearby and you may see the twinkling and glimmering show of bioluminescent dinoflagelletes this summer! Another extraordinary and beautiful reason to live on Marco Island is summed up by resident Burt Robbins the morning after 4th of July as he states, “After the fireworks last night I was re- ally surprised to see an even greater light show. Our canal was packed with biolu- minescent organisms. I could not believe how bright and reactive they were.” If you need additional information or have any questions and/or comments, please contact the City of Marco Island at 239-389-5003 (office), 239-825-0579 (mobile) or nrichie@cityofmarcoisland. com. Nancy Richie is a long time Island resident and Marine Biologist. 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LC2007000136 • Established over 20 years • Exceptional Reputation • Highly Experienced/ Qualified Drivers • Licensed/Fully Insured Sedan Marco to RSW $68 Naples to RSW $59 Van Marco to RSW $119 Naples to RSW $109 *Call for all other destinations “NEW” Arrive in Style in our 130’Cadillac Stretch “NEW” Luxury Bus for Corporate Events or Tours & Activities Book with us today! 800-553-8294 out of town 239-394-1888 in town ClassicLuxuryTransportation.com [email protected] NEED A RIDE? 24 Hour Local & Long Distance Transportation Service Marco Island/Naples Ft. Lauderdale/Miami Van/Limo Seaport Transportation Bioluminescence creature. Bioluminescence creature. A tale of two worlds Last week I was traveling with my wife Maria and my 10 year old grandson Will on the Royal Caribbean Oasis of the Seas cruise ship doing the Western Ca- ribbean route to celebrate our grandson’s birthday. On the last day of the trip after having lunch at his favorite place, Johnny Rockets Restaurant, we decided to spend the rest of the afternoon by the pool. About 2PM, people sitting nearby told us to look at the horizon where they saw what appeared to be a raft floating on the water. I quickly realized what was going on and went to my cabin to retrieve my camera. I knew this was going to be a very special moment and wanted to cap- ture it to show my family and friends. We went directly to the top deck for- ward and from that vantage we could see several people on the raft. As the tiny ves- sel drifted closer to our massive “floating city” we realized there were six men and one woman aboard. In the back of the raft there were 2 men steering the ves- sel which had a very small 10HP engine. Sitting on both sides of the barge were 4 men bailing water from inside the raft while the lady sitting inside the barge ap- peared to be praying. 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Transcript of CBN_A19 7-15-11 Lighting Canals
but is a chemical reaction created within the organism itself. Similar to when a “glow stick” is bent and shaken, a chemi-cal reaction occurs. In the case of dino-flagelletes it is a reaction of a substance called luciferin and the enzyme luciferase in the present of oxygen creates light en-ergy within the dinoflagellete.
Bioluminescence is a widely distribut-ed phenomenon in other marine species; from fish to squid, crustaceans, worms, jellyfish, shellfish, and bacteria. Some of this may be due to ingesting the dinofla-gelletes, but many times the biolumines-cence is creating within the species and used for offensive (illuminate, stun and distract prey) and defensive (startle, dis-tract, use as a “smoke screen” and warn predators) measures. It could also be used to attract mates.
Marine bacteria species that create bioluminescent show a different display of light. While dinoflagelletes spark and glimmer when agitated by boat wakes, waves crashing or fish movement, the bioluminescent bacteria species, when at very high concentrations, can give a con-tinuous glow causing, what sailors call, a “milky sea”. This situation has been re-corded by mariners for centuries.
Some species of dinoflagelletes are known to be quite dangerous in the right conditions. Locally, we know Karenia brevis, or Red Tide, a dinoflagellete spe-cies that blooms can cause upper respira-tory discomfort, fish kills and discolored
waters. This species is not biolumines-cent. Scientists study these blooms to un-derstand the causes, possible prevention and life cycles of dinoflagelletes. They also study bioluminescent single-cell di-noflagelletes to help explain how all cells can be affected by the complexities of flow in their fluid environment. There are also studies to explore how dinoflagelletes can be used in microscopic flow sensors, which in the future, could be used to de-velop safer artificial hearts by ensuring the shear of blood flow is not too high or low.
Just look in a canal nearby and you may see the twinkling and glimmering show of bioluminescent dinoflagelletes this summer! Another extraordinary and beautiful reason to live on Marco Island is summed up by resident Burt Robbins the morning after 4th of July as he states, “After the fireworks last night I was re-ally surprised to see an even greater light show. Our canal was packed with biolu-minescent organisms. I could not believe how bright and reactive they were.”
If you need additional information or have any questions and/or comments, please contact the City of Marco Island at 239-389-5003 (office), 239-825-0579 (mobile) or [email protected]. Nancy Richie is a long time Island resident and Marine Biologist.
Jul 15 - Jul 28, 2011 www.coastalbreezenews.com Page A19
for over 5 years
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Bioluminescence creature.
Bioluminescence creature.
A tale of two worldsLast week I was traveling with my
wife Maria and my 10 year old grandson Will on the Royal Caribbean Oasis of the Seas cruise ship doing the Western Ca-ribbean route to celebrate our grandson’s birthday. On the last day of the trip after having lunch at his favorite place, Johnny Rockets Restaurant, we decided to spend the rest of the afternoon by the pool.
About 2PM, people sitting nearby told us to look at the horizon where they saw what appeared to be a raft floating on the water. I quickly realized what was going on and went to my cabin to retrieve my camera. I knew this was going to be a very special moment and wanted to cap-
ture it to show my family and friends.We went directly to the top deck for-
ward and from that vantage we could see several people on the raft. As the tiny ves-sel drifted closer to our massive “floating city” we realized there were six men and one woman aboard. In the back of the raft there were 2 men steering the ves-sel which had a very small 10HP engine. Sitting on both sides of the barge were 4 men bailing water from inside the raft while the lady sitting inside the barge ap-peared to be praying.
It seems like all six thousand plus pas-sengers were out on the top 3 decks on the starboard side watching and com-menting about what was happening.
By Joe Granda
SUBMITTED PHOTOSSeven boaters seeking freedom.
Read more A TALE OF TWO..., A/20
