Two species of marine snail, Aplysia depilans and Elysia subornata , that attack the algae have been found. The Aplysia depilans snail contains a toxin itself and is avoided by other marine life. Neither has been tested in open water since its overall affect on the ecosystem has not been determined. The most probable cause of this outbreak is that a home aquarium was emptied into either the lagoon or a storm drain. The area has been roped off and is under 24-hour watch.
Plans are underway to tarp over the area and poison the plant underneath with chlorine.