What are the clear blobs on the beach in Outer Banks?

The critters are called sea salp and they're coming ashore on the Outer Banks. Kill Devil Hills Ocean Rescue posted pictures on Facebook to help people understand what is happening on their beach. The salp exist because of phytoplankton blooms, which are their main food source, according to officials.



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Public domain image. The little gelatinous, translucent blobs now making their annual appearance at ocean beaches are known as salps, and they're harmless, an expert says.

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Some people find that the jellyfish add to the overall beauty and intrigue of the ocean, and are willing to take the risk of a sting in order to experience them up close. If you do decide to go swimming during jellyfish season on the Outer Banks, it's important to take some precautions to avoid getting stung.

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The salp exist because of phytoplankton blooms, which are their main food source, according to officials. The black dot in the center of them is their digestive system, and they are completely harmless.

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