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Crete Launches Campaign Against Toxic Lagocephalus Fish

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

Authorities in Crete have launched an official campaign against the lagocephalus, a highly toxic invasive fish that has spread throughout the Mediterranean. A management plan is now in place to reduce its presence in local waters. The lagocephalus, also known as the silver-cheeked toadfish, contains tetrodotoxin, a poison with no known antidote, and must never be eaten. Tourists should be aware that this fish may be encountered near coastal areas and should not be touched or consumed under any circumstances. If you see one caught on a fishing line or washed ashore, alert local authorities. The new plan aims to coordinate fishermen, scientists, and regional agencies to monitor and reduce the population along the Cretan coastline.

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