Watermelon Snow

Despite the fact that watermelon snow seems like it should be tasty, if you ever see it, you should not eat it. Snow that has been contaminated with Chlamydomonas nivalis algae is what it is rather than a delightful, refreshing treat. This is one of the Craziest Instances of Freaky Weather Phenomena. This particular type of algae just enjoys snow, as opposed to most algae, which are content to grow in ponds or stagnant water. In addition, even while you can technically exist on it in modest amounts, you'll definitely end up with diarrhea.

Typically, it is what is referred to as summer snow algae, which means that it grows best in snow that remains in high-altitude areas through the summer when lower-altitude locations are experiencing milder temperatures. In the snow, it leaves behind reddish-pink streaks or pockets that resemble blood. Actually, the algae are shielded from UV light by the red portion.

Location: Sierra Nevada of California