What is hypereutrophic?

Hypereutrophic refers to a body of water that has an overabundance of nutrients, particularly nitrogen and phosphorus. These nutrients can come from sources such as agricultural runoff, sewage, or fertilizers. This excess of nutrients can lead to blooms of algae and other plant life, which can then lead to a depletion of oxygen in the water and harm fish and other aquatic organisms. Hypereutrophic waters can also be more prone to harmful algal blooms, which can produce toxins that can be harmful to both humans and animals. To manage hypereutrophic waters, it is important to reduce nutrient inputs through improved land use practices, wastewater treatment, and other management strategies.