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Crete Hosts 13th International Terrestrial Isopods Symposium

Friday, 26 June 2026/Source: Haniotika Nea/1 min read

The Natural History Museum of Crete (NHMC), part of the University of Crete, is co-hosting the 13th International Symposium on the Biology of Terrestrial Isopods alongside the Institute of Speleological Research of Greece. The event brings together scientists and researchers from around the world to present findings on land-dwelling crustaceans, including species found in Cretan caves and ecosystems. The museum, located in Heraklion, is one of the largest natural history museums in the eastern Mediterranean and is open to the public year-round. Visitors interested in Crete's unique biodiversity can explore its permanent exhibits on local flora, fauna, and geology. Check the museum's official website for current opening hours, admission fees, and any public lectures or side events associated with the symposium.

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