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Greece launches Crete pilot to combat toxic invasive lagocephalus

Friday, 26 June 2026/Source: Google News/1 min read

Greek authorities have launched a pilot program in Crete and the South Aegean to address the presence of the lagocephalus, a toxic invasive fish species that has spread throughout Greek waters in recent years. The initiative, announced by G. Andrianos in an interview with ERTnews, will be evaluated before any wider national rollout is considered. The lagocephalus is highly poisonous and must never be consumed, as its organs contain a toxin with no known antidote. Tourists visiting Crete should be aware that if they catch or encounter this fish while swimming or fishing, they should not touch or eat it and should report it to local authorities. The pilot aims to develop effective management strategies to protect both marine ecosystems and public safety along Cretan coastlines.

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