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Does Florida have bioluminescent beaches?

Cocoa Beach is just south of Cape Canaveral. It is known for its great waves for surfing, the Cocoa Beach Pier, and its proximity to Orlando – just about 60 miles. Cocoa Beach is also a great place to see bioluminescence! What is this?



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1. Puerto Mosquito, Vieques, Puerto Rico. Have the most amazing experience at the brightest and best-known bioluminescent bay in the world.

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Bioluminescent algae can have severe effects on human health and should not be touched. Do not swim in waters containing algal blooms, no matter how beautiful they are. Direct contact could lead to skin infections or even death.

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Mosquito Bay, Puerto Rico Hidden on the southern coast of Vieques, off the east coast of mainland Puerto Rico, this narrow inlet widens into a dolphin-shaped bay of mangroves that protects the brightest occurrence of bioluminescence in the world according to Guinness World Records.

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This beach town is known for its clear blue waters, white sand, long coastline, tons of water activities, and exciting tourist attractions. Cocoa Beach is a fun destination for a winter vacation as you can escape the crowds of the summer season.

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