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Greece Pays Fishermen to Remove Invasive Toxic Fish

Saturday, 27 June 2026/Source: Google News/1 min read

Greek authorities have launched a paid program to remove invasive toxic fish species from local waters. Fishermen across Greece, including in Cretan seas, are being compensated to catch species such as the silver-cheeked toadfish (Lagocephalus sceleratus), a highly toxic invasive species that poses serious health risks if consumed. The fish contains tetrodotoxin, a poison with no antidote, and has been spreading across the Mediterranean. For tourists visiting Crete, the key practical advice is to avoid purchasing or eating unfamiliar fish from informal vendors, and to stick to licensed tavernas and fish markets. This initiative aims to reduce the species' presence in local waters, improving both marine safety and the health of fish stocks that support Crete's fishing and tourism industries.

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