Common Fish Species:
* Pelagic Fish: These are fish that live in the open ocean. Examples include:
* Tuna: Bluefin, albacore, and skipjack tuna are common catches.
* Mackerel: Spanish mackerel, Atlantic bonito, and chub mackerel are abundant.
* Swordfish: A prized catch, often found in deeper waters.
* Shark: Blue shark, hammerhead shark, and thresher shark are occasionally spotted.
* Demersal Fish: These are fish that live on or near the seabed. Examples include:
* Sea Bass: European sea bass, black sea bass, and dusky grouper are popular catches.
* Bream: Common bream, red bream, and gilthead bream are common table fish.
* Grouper: Mediterranean grouper, dusky grouper, and red grouper are prized catches.
* Snapper: Red snapper and common snapper are found in deeper waters.
* Whiting: European whiting and blue whiting are common catches.
* Reef Fish: These fish live in rocky or coral reefs. Examples include:
* Wrasse: Mediterranean wrasse, rainbow wrasse, and ornate wrasse are colorful and abundant.
* Moray Eel: Mediterranean moray eel and spotted moray eel are common in rocky reefs.
* Octopus: Common octopus and cuttlefish are found in rocky areas.
* Parrotfish: Green parrotfish and Mediterranean parrotfish are colorful additions to the reefs.
Other Interesting Fish:
* Seahorses: Several species of seahorses can be found in Greece's waters.
* Sunfish: The massive ocean sunfish is a rare sight but a majestic one.
* Flying Fish: These fish can "fly" out of the water for short distances.
Important Note:
* Conservation: Overfishing and habitat destruction are threats to many fish populations in Greece. It is important to support sustainable fishing practices.
* Local Expertise: For the most accurate and up-to-date information about fish in specific locations, consult with local fishing guides or marine biologists.
This list is just a starting point. Greece's diverse marine life includes many more species waiting to be discovered!