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Joint Oceanographic Research Course with the University of Essex, UK

                         Joint Oceanographic Research Course with the University of Essex, UK Today is the 6th day of the Educational Oceanographic Research Course between the University of Essex UK and Archipelagos Institute of Marine Conservation in the marine area between sound of Samos islands. With the use of 2 Archipelagos boat, the oceanographic boat “Aegean Explorer”
Στα βαθιά νερά της Ικαρίας τα «Aegean Explorer» και «Πηνελόπη»

In the deep waters of Ikaria “Aegean Explorer” and “Penelope”

In the deep waters of Ikaria “Aegean Explorer” and “Penelope” The boats of the institute of Marine Protection Archipelago, ” Aegean Explorer ” and ” Penelope “, manned with scientists, students and the necessary technological equipment have been located since the beginning of the month in the marine area north of ikaria. Known waters for

Alive dolphin swimming in the shallow beach of Mesakti beach, where it left its last breath.

Alive swimming in the shallow beach of Mesakti beach on Friday 13/9 pm, a dolphin of the species Grampus griseus which was ” left ” and washed up on the land where it left its last breath. According to the first information given to us by the institute “Archipelago” the dolphin is located in the

Seeking a Project Manager- Aegean Marine Life Sanctuary

Project Manager – Aegean Marine Life Sanctuary Part-time Consultancy  6 months – 0,6 fte Location to be discussed  3500 – 4700 euro/month (depending on experience) This is an exciting opportunity to help create real change for marine mammals by supporting the development of a sanctuary for formerly captive dolphins. Archipelagos Institute of Marine Conservation is

Golden Jackal Relocation Research Presented at Conference

Archipelagos Institute participated in the 14th International Congress on the Zoogeography and Ecology of Greece and Adjacent Regions (ICZEGAR) that took place last week in Thessaloniki. There we presented the important effort that has been underway for the past year and a half to manage the population of Golden Jackals residing within the area of

FLOATS Meeting Aboard Aegean Explorer

Α three-day working meeting concluded yesterday between the Archipelagos Institute of Marine Conservation and FLOATS (Floating Laboratory for Action and Theory at Sea). “Aegean Explorer” hosted the meeting in the eastern Aegean Sea. FLOATS consists of academic researchers in social anthropology, politics, history, art, architecture and political ecology from Greece, Egypt, Lebanon, Spain, Italy, Cyprus,

The Aegean Explorer travels to the small islands of the Cyclades

As the human impact on our seas grows in quality and quantity, we recognize the immense need to intensify the effectiveness of Archipelagos Institute activities for the protection of our seas. Therefore our new research boat, the Aegean Explorer will be a catalyst. It is an old boat with a very good structure that has

The experimental net for the cleaning of surface waters from plastic

The experimental net for the cleaning of surface waters from plastic   The experimental net for the cleaning of surface waters from plastic debris that has been designed by Archipelagos’ researchers with the support of OceanCare is a very useful tool to limit our plastic footprint in the marine environment. It was designed after multiple experiments and

This is the 17th dolphin that has been found dead at the same time in the wider region of the Aegean

The northerly winds of the previous days brought to the NE shores of Samos the 10th dolphin that was found dead within the space of a few several weeks in a coastal region of the island with length of coast of about 25 miles. This is the 17th dolphin that has been found dead at

Researchers of Archipelagos Institute offer lessons on applied environmental conservation to high school students.

Researchers of Archipelagos Institute offer lessons on applied environmental conservation to high school students. With a combination of theoretical sessions in Archipelagos’ research base and field-based activities in the wetland of Aliki in Psili Ammos, Samos, the students had the opportunity to take part in observation and monitoring of biodiversity, while also learning about the

Following the Alarming Increase in Dead Dolphins along the North Aegean Coast

Following the Alarming Increase in Dead Dolphins along the North Aegean Coast Following the recent announcement by the Archipelagos Institute of Marine Conservation, regarding the Alarming Increase in Dead Dolphins along the North Aegean Coast and as a result of the great promotion of the issue in the Greek and international press, we consider it

Alarming Increase in Dead Dolphins along the North Aegean Coast

Alarming Increase in Dead Dolphins along the North Aegean Coast Within just a few weeks, at least 15 dead dolphins have been recorded in the North Aegean. Seven of which have been found on the northern coast of Samos Island, having been brought on shore by north-western winds from the central and northern-eastern Aegean regions.

Potential hydrocarbon exploration in Greece, will Blue or Black Growth be the choice?

Potential hydrocarbon exploration in Greece, will Blue or Black Growth be the choice? The planned extraction of hydrocarbon deposits in Greece poses a dramatic risk of irreversible ecological and socio-economic disaster both within the marine regions and productive land zones where oil exploration is proposed, as well as for the country as a whole. Simultaneously,

Archipelagos Institute in Venice at the meeting of the EU Mediterranean Advisory Council for Fisheries (MEDAC)

The meeting of the EU Mediterranean Advisory Council for Fisheries (MEDAC) was completed last Friday in Venice. Archipelagos Institute for Marine Conservation, is an important member of the Advisory Council, as it is one of only four environmental organisations in the Mediterranean that has the right to vote. The purpose of this Advisory Council meeting

Sea4all Online Educational Platform on Marine Pollution

This morning, a working group meeting was launched in Arad, Romania, within the framework of the Sea4all action, which aims to develop educational tools and games related to marine pollution. Continuing for the second year, this action is carried out through the collaboration of the Foundation for Research and Technology of Crete, the Regional Directorate

The completion of the Mediterranean Symposium on Marine Key Habitats and Non-Indigenous Species, that was organised by UNEP/MAP – SPA RAC

The completion of the Mediterranean Symposium on Marine Key Habitats and Non-Indigenous Species, that was organised by UNEP/MAP – SPA RAC, The Regional Activity Centre for Specially Protected Areas of the UN Environment Programme, in Antalya, Turkey. The symposium had the participation of research organisations from all over the Mediterranean. Archipelagos Institute took part with four

Happy ending to the rescue of a golden jackal!

A juvenile jackal was found on the roadside, in the area of Ano Vathi, Samos, most probably following an accidental hit by a car. It was found in a state of shock, in the early morning hours during the Christmas period. Archipelagos Institute was informed by the Samos Police authorities and researchers swiftly went to

OPEN CALL: for memorable stories of Greek children, aged 6-16, taking action for environmental change!

One of the biggest broadcasters in Europe, are working in cooperation with Archipelagos Institute, and are looking for memorable stories of passionate children aged 6-16 who have taken initiatives to champion environmental change within conservation. They are casting for an ongoing TV series, focused on young people on a global scale, who though unique activities

The “Interactions between Marine Mammals and Fisheries, case studies from the Eastern Aegean and the Levantine Sea”

The “Interactions between Marine Mammals and Fisheries, case studies from the Eastern Aegean and the Levantine Sea” is the subject of Archipelagos’ new publication as a chapter of CIESM latest Monograph (no 50) just published by CIESM – Mediterranean Science Commission(ciesm.org). In this publication we summarize the interactions between various marine mammal species and the different

Ethology of Cetaceans in the Eastern Aegean, Winter 2019

Ethology, the study of animal behavior, is essential for assessing the response of an animal to changes in its environment and insight into potential impacts of human activity on a given population. A behavioral response can either increase an individual’s fitness and lead to success of the species or it can lead to a decrease
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