Ecologists explain why Caspian Sea turned red

However, according to the Department of Ecology of the Mangistau region, there is no cause for concern, as this is a natural phenomenon.

“As of February 12, specialists of the Department of Ecology of the Mangistau region took a sample of sea water in connection with the annual phenomenon when the coast of the Caspian Sea turns red. As part of the study, the water is being analyzed for the presence of chemicals and oil products. The results will be released later,” the report says.

Kirill Osin, an ecologist from Aktau, said that this phenomenon occurs annually during the winter months, coinciding with the active growth phase of algae, which then begins to bloom.

“Especially when it snows, the red hue can look scary. In fact, it is brown algae,” the ecologist explained.

Additionally, water samples were taken at the beaches “Dostar”, “Nur-Plaza” and in the area of the yacht club.

As reported earlier, the working group of experts was set to study changes in the water level of the Caspian Sea.