Hidden in the heart of the Ionian Sea lies a submerged oasis: an underwater feature that serves as a refuge, nursery and ecological corridor for a vast number of marine species.
Gaining a thorough understanding of these ecosystems is the first, fundamental step towards protecting them. Without sound scientific data and constant monitoring, it becomes impossible to quantify human impacts, manage fish stocks responsibly and preserve particularly vulnerable species and habitats. Protecting marine biodiversity means not only safeguarding extraordinary species, but also ensuring the balance of the entire sea and the well-being of the coastal communities that depend on it.
Teresa Romeo, Director of CRIMAC – Calabria Marine Centre at the Stazione Zoologica Anton Dohrn, discusses this in the Futuro24 column, highlighting the ecological value of this site and the commitment to field research for the enhancement and conservation of the area.
