We recently received many reports about gelatinous blobs on the River from many of our Riverkeeper Volunteers, which can be seen below.

From initial observations these blobs are known as Bryozoans, which are actually a glob of microorganisms that band together. They are a naturally occuring phenomenon that bloom occasionally on the River. Samples of the blobs have also been sent to SUNY ESF to confirm their identification.

To read more about Bryozoans check out this website.

Special thanks to Roger Peinkofer for sending this photo and the many Riverkeeper Volunteers who reported this issue.