This is the moment stunned kayakers in Florida captured a lagoon turning bright blue as rare bioluminescent plankton shone brightly beneath the surface.

The incredible phenomenon only occurs when the organisms are disturbed by waves or currents, with the magical glow acting as a defence mechanism.

The anomaly only happens at night and can only be seen in a few places around the world.

On this rare occasion, they were captured by Justin Buzzi, 28, as he visited a peaceful lagoon to try and catch a glimpse first-hand.

This is the moment stunned kayakers captured a lagoon turning bright blue - as rare bioluminescent plankton shone bright beneath the surface.

The incredible phenomenon only occurs when the organisms are disturbed by waves or currents, with the magical glow acting as a defense mechanism.

The anomaly only happens at at night and can only be seen in few places around the world.

On this rare occasion however, they were captured by Justin Buzzi, 28, as he visited a peaceful lagoon in Florida to try and catch a glimpse first-hand.