What is another word for blue-green algae?
Pronunciation: [blˈuːɡɹˈiːn ˈalɡiː] (IPA) 
Blue-green algae are a type of bacteria that live in aquatic habitats. They are also known as cyanobacteria. Cyanobacteria are often linked to harmful algal blooms, which can lead to fish kills and damage to the environment. Other synonyms for blue-green algae include cyanophytes, Cyanophyta, and blue-green bacteria. Interestingly, despite their name, blue-green algae are not actually algae at all - they are a type of photosynthetic bacteria. They are capable of producing their own food through photosynthesis, and are important producers of oxygen in aquatic environments. However, in excess blue-green algae can have negative impacts on aquatic ecosystems and human health.
