Stories, announcements and reflections from the ALKIA ecosystem.
The Purple Jellyfish (Pelagia noctiluca) is a natural inhabitant of the Mediterranean Sea and one of the most recognizable marine organisms found along the Greek coastline. Periodic increases in its populations, its interactions with swimmers, and the importance of scientific awareness highlight the need for a calm understanding and responsible coexistence with a species that […]
The Mediterranean is far more than a sea. It is one of the world’s most important marine ecosystems and a unique meeting point of three continents, civilizations and economies. Although it covers less than 1% of the Earth’s total marine surface, it is home to approximately 7% of global marine biodiversity, while thousands of […]
Few fish inspire as much fascination as the lionfish (Pterois miles). Its impressive fins and distinctive appearance make it one of the most recognisable fish of tropical seas. In the Mediterranean, however, its presence has a very different meaning. 🐟 Lionfish at a Glance 🌍 Origin Red Sea ⚠️ Risk Venomous spines 🍽️ Edible […]
Few invasive marine species have spread through the Mediterranean as rapidly and caused as many ecological and economic concerns as the silver-cheeked toadfish (Lagocephalus sceleratus). Originally native to the Red Sea and the western Indian Ocean, this species entered the Mediterranean through the Suez Canal and has expanded steadily across the basin over the past […]
The Mediterranean continues to surprise us. Among the most recent invasive marine species recorded in its waters is the Orbicular Cardinalfish (Ostorhinchus fasciatus), a small tropical fish that has recently entered the Mediterranean through the Suez Canal. Although its arrival is still relatively recent, the species already appears to be adapting remarkably well to its […]
