Scientific research done by Tethys since 1991 documented ecosystem damage caused by overfishing in the Greek waters east of Lefkada and around the island of Kalamos - a Natura 2000 area.
This resulted in ecosystem collapse and decline of marine megafauna including formerly abundant short-beaked common dolphins.
Local and regional non-governmental organizations have now joined forces to call for urgent fisheries management action that may result in ecosystem recovery, protect biodiversity, preserve fish stocks, and allow for the long-term survival of artisanal fisheries.
To see the Call: http://www.cetaceanalliance.org/call/
Giovanni Bearzi
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