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Toxic Pufferfish Caught in Crete Waters; Health Authorities Issue Warning

Saturday, 4 July 2026/Source: Flashnews/1 min read

Students fishing at the port of Kolympari, near Chania in western Crete, recently caught a lagocephalus, a highly toxic pufferfish species that Greek authorities have flagged as a serious public health concern. The fish, which has been spreading in Mediterranean waters, contains tetrodotoxin, a poison with no antidote that can be fatal if consumed. Swimmers and beachgoers in the Kolympari area should be aware that the species is present in local waters. If you spot one while swimming or fishing, do not touch it and do not eat it under any circumstances. Any sightings or accidental catches should be reported to local port authorities. The lagocephalus has no legal commercial value in Greece and must not enter the food chain.

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