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Greece allocates €1.5M to combat invasive pufferfish

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

The Greek Ministry of Rural Development and Food has allocated 1.5 million euros to combat the spread of the lagocephalus, a toxic invasive pufferfish, in Crete and the South Aegean. The lagocephalus (silver-cheeked toadfish) contains tetrodotoxin, an extremely dangerous poison with no known antidote. Funds will support fishing programs designed to remove the species from local waters and protect both the fishing industry and public safety. Tourists should be aware that this fish is strictly banned from sale and consumption in Greece. If you see it offered at a market or restaurant, do not eat it. Stick to seafood purchased from licensed establishments, and if in doubt, ask your server to identify what you are being served.

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