Lights Out for Bioluminescence | San Diego: America’s Wildest City

Nature’s San Diego: America’s Wildest City showcases the incredible biodiversity of California’s second most populous city. This video showcases the stunning bioluminescent waves caused by dinoflagellates — microscopic algae that light up when disturbed, creating glowing surf and radiant waters under the right conditions. Support materials include teaching tips and an exploration of light-producing chemical reactions using glow sticks!