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Climate Change Fuels Invasive Species Crisis in Cyprus Fisheries

12/27/2025

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In Cyprus, invasive species such as lionfish and toadfish threaten fish stocks and livelihoods as warmer waters and the Suez Canal expansion enable their spread.
Fisheries Commissioner Costas Kadis says climate change worsens the issue, leading to diminished catches and higher costs.
EU-funded programs and the #TasteTheOcean campaign aim to manage invasive populations and support the fishing industry, while fishermen seek longer-term viability.

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Story summary

In Cyprus, invasive species such as lionfish and toadfish threaten fish stocks and livelihoods as warmer waters and the Suez Canal expansion enable their spread.
Fisheries Commissioner Costas Kadis says climate change worsens the issue, leading to diminished catches and higher costs.
EU-funded programs and the #TasteTheOcean campaign aim to manage invasive populations and support the fishing industry, while fishermen seek longer-term viability.