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Greece Allocates €1.5M to Remove Invasive Toxic Toadfish From Aegean

Monday, 29 June 2026/Source: Google News/1 min read

Greek authorities have allocated 1.5 million euros in public funding for Crete and the South Aegean to address the growing presence of the silver-cheeked toadfish (Lagocephalus sceleratus), a highly toxic invasive species that has spread across Eastern Mediterranean waters. Fishermen are being compensated at 5.33 euros per kilogram to catch and remove the fish from local waters. The toadfish is extremely dangerous if consumed, as its organs contain a potent toxin with no known antidote. Tourists visiting Crete should be aware that this species may occasionally appear in local catches. When dining at seafood restaurants, avoid any fish you cannot identify and purchase seafood only from licensed, reputable establishments. The funded removal program aims to reduce the species' presence and protect both marine ecosystems and public health across the island.

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