The microscopic algae, known as dinoflagellates, were engulfed by cells cultured from the stony coral, Acropora tenuis, the scientists reported in the journal Frontiers in Marine Science.

Bioluminescent algae are a group of tiny marine organisms that can produce ... Single-cell algae called dinoflagellates are almost always behind this kind of surface luminescence.

“Dinoflagellates are one of the most common sources of bioluminescence on the surface of freshwater and marine water are known for causing colored blooms in marine and freshwater,” Buhidar sai ...