Duane Evans - Photography

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02/08/2026

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17/07/2026

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15/07/2026

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Duane Evans captured bioluminescent plankton at Aberavon Beach
Residents and visitors have been left "amazed" after the sea at a popular beach appeared to "glow" in a stunning display of bioluminescent plankton.

The rare natural phenomenon has been spotted across several nights at Aberavon Beach in Port Talbot with lucky onlookers witnessing the waves light up in brilliant shades of blue as they rolled onto the shoreline.

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Among those fortunate enough to capture the spectacle was photographer and wildlife enthusiast Duane Evans, from Gorseinon, who has spent years searching for the elusive display.

"I have been hunting bioluminescent plankton for about five years," he said.

Describing his latest experience Duane said: "I was amazed. I was lucky enough to catch it in the early hours of Wednesday morning between 2am and 3am."

Bioluminescence is light emitted by living organisms as the result of chemical reactions within their bodies.

Certain species of plankton produce their own light when disturbed by breaking waves, swimming fish, or predators.

The same natural ability is also found in some species of squid, jellyfish, fireflies, and glow-worms. Although individual plankton are microscopic when vast numbers gather together and are disturbed at the same time they create a spectacular blue glow that can illuminate the waves.

The magical displays often attract photographers and nature lovers with images and videos frequently going viral on social media.

Those hoping to catch a glimpse of the phenomenon are advised that sightings depend on the right environmental conditions and can never be guaranteed, making each appearance a special event for those lucky enough to witness it.

This is real - and it happened in Wales! 😍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿✨ That stunning blue glow in the sea is caused by bioluminescent plankton.

The rare natural phenomenon has been spotted across several nights at Aberavon Beach in Port Talbot, with lucky onlookers witnessing the waves light up in brilliant shades of blue as they rolled onto the shoreline.

Among those fortunate enough to capture the spectacle was photographer and wildlife enthusiast Duane Evans, who took this picture.

He said: "We are lucky to have it around our coastlines. I don't know what's better – the Northern Lights or the plankton."

15/07/2026

Bioluminescent plankton 🌊

Aberavon (small beach) - 2am to 3am this morning 🤪

Always great to see and capture this, we are lucky to have this in our waters, Due to the Warm weather, combined with calm, nutrient-rich waters, it triggers the rapid growth of bioluminescent plankton 👌🌊

11/07/2026

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04/07/2026

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