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Oasis of biodiversity
Oasis of biodiversity
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The unusual male gestation of the mimetic Hippocampus

It is a fish. But with such a particular shape that it is difficult to classify it as a fish.

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The brown grouper, a precious indicator of the sea's balance

Among the inhabitants of the sea, it is one of the most popular subjects for those who photograph...

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The tiny sea-monkey that lived through the age of the dinosaurs

It is the natural “secret” of the red-pink color of flamingos. A tiny animal of that same color,...

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Sperm Whale, the largest predator, greedy for giant squid

In the animal kingdom it can boast several records. It is the largest toothed predator in the...

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Le identità colorate dei Fratini

Intervista a Rosario Balestrieri, l’ornitologo che inanella questi piccoli abitanti della spiaggia in...

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Gathered in large colonies, flamingos paint coastal ponds pink

When it emerges grayish white from the egg, its webbed feet are already pink. Like its beak, still very...

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Protected seas
Increase your awareness of the value of the sea and its importance for the well-being of the planet.

AROUND THE WORLD: The "Pristine Seas"project protects the planet's marine paradises..

IN EUROPE: The European Union's "Habitats" directive established the Natura 2000 network to preserve the delicate balance of the sea.

IIN ITALY: 32 Marine Protected Areas safeguard and enhance 20,000 km2 of sea.

Protected oases in Italy

Area Marina Protetta Isole Pelagie
Area Marina Protetta Isole Pelagie
Mar Mediterraneo
A - B - C
presenti
Sicily
Area Marina Protetta Isole Egadi
Amp Isole Egadi
Stretto di Sicilia
A, B, C, D
Levanzo, Grotta del Genovese; vari itinerari archeologici subacquei
Sicily
Area Marina Protetta Secche della Meloria
Area Marina Protetta Secche della Meloria
Mare Tirreno
A, B (B1, B2, B3) e C
Area archeologica
Tuscany

Experience the sea in a sustainable way

Snorkeling and diving
Snorkeling and diving
Dive into the crystal clear waters
Sail or row?
Sail or row?
Rental and courses
Kayaking and canoeing
Kayaking and canoeing
Rental and courses
Birdwatching
Birdwatching
Experience
Fishing tourism and fish tourism
Fishing tourism and fish tourism
With local fishermen
 

Fishing and Sustainability

THE ZERO MILE

The fishing seasons

Choosing seasonal fish means...

What you need to know

Small-scale coastal fishing and short supply chain...

The Guardians of the Sea

Actions and opportunities, fishermen as protagonists

Scientific contributions

from the world of research

EAT HEALTHY

WITH RESPECT FOR THE SEA
CAMPANIA - La rossa di Licosa

CAMPANIA - La rossa di Licosa

Quel colore vivido, inconfondibile e unico per la sua intensità è impossibile non notarlo. Ed è...

SICILIA - Menola salata PAT

SICILIA - Menola salata PAT

Già Plinio il Vecchio nella sua Naturalis historia citava la salamoia di menole, usata a scopo...

SICILIA - Pesce azzurro sott’olio di Lampedusa PAT

SICILIA - Pesce azzurro sott’olio di Lampedusa PAT

Viene utilizzato pesce azzurro, quindi la sarda, l’acciuga, lo sgombro e l’alaccia (Sardinella...

PUGLIA - La Quatàra di Porto Cesareo PAT

PUGLIA - La Quatàra di Porto Cesareo PAT

Ė un modo antico e gustoso di consumare pesci poveri e con scarso valore commerciale da parte dei...

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