Yesterday, Merman Conservation Expeditions Ltd officially informed the Greek Ministry of Environment, NECCA, and the Volos Coast Guard about a possible new local emergence of Mauve Stinger jellyfish (Pelagia noctiluca) in the Pagasetic Gulf.
Given the strong stigma and collective memory of the prolonged jellyfish bloom from 2020 to 2023, we believe it is essential to act early, monitor closely, and provide timely, science-based information to the public and relevant authorities. Our goal is to support local communities, marine users, and decision-makers with up-to-date data and responsible environmental reporting. We urge the public to remain calm, respect marine wildlife, and report any unusual sightings to us or local authorities. 📸 Have you seen jellyfish in the area? Please upload your observations to iNaturalist: 👉 https://www.inaturalist.org/ Your photos and reports help us monitor the situation more effectively and contribute to real-time biodiversity tracking. #MermanConservation #JellyfishBloom #PelagiaNoctiluca #PagaseticGulf #MarineMonitoring #Greece #CitizenScience We’re excited to announce that the Wildlife Observations Of Pelion (WOOP) project is now officially part of Merman Conservation Expeditions Ltd. 🎉
Since its launch in February 2020, WOOP has been a grassroots effort to document and protect the biodiversity of Pelion through citizen science. From native wildlife to alien species, the project has brought together locals, tourists, researchers, and nature lovers to better understand and conserve the incredible natural heritage of the region. By moving WOOP under the company "Merman Conservation Expeditions Ltd", we aim to expand its impact, improve public access to research and data, and continue building strong conservation awareness across communities. 🌍✨ 🏔️ Mt. Pelion holds a special place in our hearts, which is why we have established our research base there. Numerous studies and surveys have been conducted in this region, and they will continue, reflecting its significance to our work. ➡️ Wildlife observations continue to be recorded through our iNaturalist project: 🔗 https://www.inaturalist.org/projects/wildlife-observations-of-pelion-project-woop ➡️ Research and conservation materials are available on the website: 🔗 https://www.mermanconservation.co.uk/project-woop.html Whether you’re a scientist, a hiker, a student, or simply curious about the wildlife in Pelion, you’re welcome to join us. Every observation matters. Every effort counts. Let’s keep exploring, learning, and protecting together. 💚 |
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