Head To Juhu Beach Tonight To Witness Magical Bioluminescent Waves!

Need something magical and whimsical to cheer you up after these terrible couple of months? Then head down to Juhu beach these next couple of nights because it’s been lit up by beautiful blue neon waves that lends a surreal glow to the place. The phenomenon, termed as bio-luminescence, is caused by marine microbes called phytoplankton, reports the National Geographic. The report adds that this has  occurred previously this year in January, however it quite a rare experience to witness these changes so close to the shore.

Parvish Pandya, Vice-principal and assistant professor of Zoology at Bhavan’s College  told Nat Geo that it was the presence of phytoplankton known as dinoflagellates in the water which is the most common reason for marine bio-luminescence. Pandya added, “When sea waves churn, a mechanical action occurs, which disturbs these unicellular microorganisms and makes them release a blue light. The waves light up just before the surf turns white.”
According to  the report, the best time  and place to watch this breathtaking view is after 9:30 p.m from the cement jetty on the beach. This mystical sight is incredibly rare and it is difficult to predict when it will happen again so we suggest experiencing it while you can. Older reports from January claim that the glow is not too visible due to ‘light pollution’ from the road  so it will be best to find a spot that is away from the road. These waves are seen in several places across the globe but the  Lakshwadeep Islands have been known to have the highest spotting of the same.

Feature Image Courtesy Of National Geographic