Greece is installing floating barriers and nets at beaches to protect swimmers from the venomous pufferfish, or lagokefalos

Scientists warn the Mediterranean is warming fast, accelerating the spread of invasive species while also creating new ecological pressures and unexpected opportunities

The silver-cheeked toadfish delivers a painful but non-venomous bite. Greek authorities recommend cleaning the wound thoroughly and seeking medical help

Professional fishermen in Crete and the South Aegean will receive 5.33 euros per kilogram of invasive silver-cheeked toadfish landed under a pilot program aimed at limiting the species' spread.

Old Calendar Orthodox priests held special blessings on the large island of Evia (Euboea), as authorities expand incentives to combat the invasive species devastating fisheries and marine ecosystems

Fuel subsidies and EU-backed compensation scheme aim to offset losses from invasive toxic species spreading through southern Greek waters

Subsidy exceeds €5 per kilogram targets rapidly spreading silver-cheeked toadfish, with Crete and the Dodecanese among the priority sea regions

Authorities are considering financial incentives for fishermen to catch silver-cheeked toadfish as officials seek to curb the species' spread, protect marine biodiversity and reduce mounting losses to the fishing industry

"Rapid ocean warming, acidification, sea level rise, and plastics currently affect all ocean basins", including the Mediterranean Sea - OSR9

Summer may be over, but Greece continues to break records in tourist arrivals, being well on its way to reaching its predicted quota of 35 million visitors, a 7% year-on-year increase, by the end of 2024. With its picturesque beaches, iconic landmarks, colorful cuisine and rich history, it is no surprise that the Mediterranean is […]

Want to fill your stomach and help the environment while on holiday in Greece? Then it might be time to sample some of the Med's tasty invasive species- the lionfish or blue crab.