Bioluminescence

Bioluminescence is an event that occurs every 3-5 years, when the bioluminescent algae in the Sea of Woodangees blooms and begins to glow, creating large patches of glowing water and even attaching to some animal life, such as the feathers of the blue coastal penguins. Every now and then bioluminescence will coincide with with the penguins molting period, creating a massive march of glowing penguins along the western coast and islands.
Bioluminescence is often celebrated throughout the islands where it can be observed and large local festivals are held. These festivals bring in tourists wanting to see the phenomenon, but are often last minute affairs due to the somewhat unpredictable nature of the blooms, with many having plans and things in place for the when algae blooms so that they can immediately respond.
Despite some local traditions the Woodangian government advises not drinking water containing large quantities of the algae, as it can lead to nausea, vomiting, numbness in limbs and has even killed before. Despite this many of the festivals will have "glowing water" for sale, with some of the festivals in provinces with more relaxed regulations advertising that the water gives you vitality and strength or aid with health issues. The Federal government will often have psa campaigns during the bloom advising against this practice and warning of the possible risks, nevertheless hundreds are hospitalized every time bioluminescence occurs.

Manifestation

Bioluminescence manifests as large glowing patches in the sea, only really visible at night. There will also be marine animals with patches of glowing algae on them, such ad in the fur of marine manuals and feathers of the local penguin populations.

Localization

Bioluminescence occurs in the Sea of Woodagees on the western side of the country where the algae is, and can occur on the east coast but much more rarely as the algae is mostly in the western waters.

Type

Natural