Climate change and the opening of the Suez Canal have led to an influx of invasive species in the Mediterranean, particularly lionfish and silver-cheeked toadfish, which threaten local biodiversity and the livelihoods of fishermen in Cyprus. While lionfish have become a delicacy in local restaurants, the fishing industry faces challenges due to declining catches and increased competition from these invasive species. Efforts are underway to manage their populations, including EU-funded compensation programs and culling initiatives. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)