Remember "the blob" of warm water a few years ago? The appearance of by-the-wind sailors has ocean enthusiasts wondering about El Niño, warmer water and visits from tropical species this summer.

Remember "the blob" of warm water a few years ago? The appearance of by-the-wind sailors has ocean enthusiasts wondering about El Niño, warmer water and visits from tropical species this summer.

A “by-the-wind sailor” lies washed up on the Crystal Cove State Beach in Laguna Beach, CA on Monday, April 10, 2023. The jelly-like creatures are known for their blue hue when in the ocean.

The creatures’ scientific name is Velella velellas, ... Their appearance could be a sign of a changing weather pattern on the horizon – the onset of El Niño. “Maybe, ...

Remember "the blob" of warm water a few years ago? The appearance of by-the-wind sailors has ocean enthusiasts wondering about El Niño, warmer water and visits from tropical species this summer.