Stefan Andrews
Stefan Andrews is a marine scientist and co-founder of the Great Southern Reef Foundation, recognized for his contributions to marine conservation and research in Australia. Recently, he has been actively documenting the devastating impacts of algal blooms caused by the microalgae Karenia mikimotoi along South Australia's Yorke Peninsula, where he observed extensive marine life die-off and environmental degradation.
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Recent news mentions
Stefan Andrews surveyed water off the coast of Port Victoria and recorded water visibility of less than one metre.
SA’s algal bloom spreading north towards one of the world’s marine wonders
Australia· 2026-02-24
Andrews, co-founder of the Great Southern Reef, expressed dismay over the state of the ocean after his daughter's swimming lesson.
Inside the grim race with a microscopic enemyAustralia· 2026-02-19
Andrews reported that the algal bloom extended as far south as the Victorian border.
Calls grow to declare SA coastline marine life deaths a national diasterAustralia· 2025-07-21
Stefan Andrews is a marine scientist who captured the devastation caused by algal blooms in South Australia.
Algal bloom, Karenia mikimotoi, outbreak in South Australia spreading to other areasAustralia· 2025-06-20
