A sculpture has been installed in Supetar that raises awareness of the danger of the periwinkle

At the Vlačica swimming pool in Supetar, the sculpture Noble periska by the academic sculptor Dragoslav Dragičević was installed.

noble periska (lat. Pinna nobilis) is the largest Mediterranean bivalve inhabiting the Adriatic Sea at depths of 2 to 30 meters. It can reach a length of up to 120 centimeters, and has the role of filtering the sea. Its shells are the habitat of numerous other marine species and this makes it an important part of the ecosystem.

Unfortunately, this species faces critical threat throughout the Mediterranean. Despite being strictly protected, there is currently no effective method to prevent their extinction and stop the spread of the infection that affects them. Their survival has become a serious environmental issue and requires urgent research and conservation efforts to prevent further decline in their populations.

Placing a sculpture of a noble feather made of white stone from Brac along the coast is an excellent way to raise awareness of the endangered species.

The 2,5-meter-high sculpture placed by the sea is a dominant "landmark" and can become a symbol, a meeting place and a platform for education about the importance of preserving the marine ecosystem. This project reminds and encourages the local community and their guests to engage in environmental protection. The chosen position for the installation of the sculpture is visible from the city of Supetar, from the sea, the ferry and the promenade along the coast, and makes the periska sculpture an unavoidable part of the landscape.

Cooperation with artists, schools and organizations for environmental protection can be key to the success of such an initiative and further raising awareness of the importance of marine protection. Next to the marina, the City of Supetar will build a children's park and meeting place for children and young people with a marine theme and educational boards.

Photo source: Dragoslav Dragičević