Environment
Purple Jellyfish Give Way to “Fried Eggs”
The Mediterranean jellyfish, known as "fried eggs," are completely harmless, marine biologist says.
Animals
The Caretta Caretta of Zakynthos Benefited from Covid Lockdowns
The loggerhead sea turtles in Laganas bay remained closer to the coast, and had an excellent breeding year during the pandemic.
Events
Run for Strays
Animal lovers around the world will join in the annual Penny Marathon on July 10, running, cycling, swimming, or walking their dogs in support of strays everywhere.
Exhibitions
Last Chance: Horses of Ancient Athens Exhibition Ends Soon
“Hippos: The Horse in Ancient Athens,” features treasured exhibits from some of Greece's most renowned museums.
Museums
Athens University Zoology Museum to Open Its Doors
The museum is the first and most complete of its kind in Greece and is dedicated to preserving the nation's natural heritage.
Animals
Rescue Operation to Help Stranded Young Whale in Athens
A young Cuvier’s beaked whale stranded on the Athenian riviera is being aided by the coast guard, veterinarians and divers.
Animals
Tracking the Dolphins of Thessaloniki
By registering each one individually, members of the environmental organization iSea are studying the dolphins of the Thermaikos Gulf.
Animals
Aegina Strays: No Dog Without a Home
Thanks to an ambitious pilot project and a series of local initiatives, Aegina is set to become the first island in Greece with zero stray dogs.