# Event Details - **Event Name**: SyngCo 2026 - Conference on Syngnathid Conservation - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 19 Feb, 2026 at 08:30 am – Thu, 19 Feb, 2026 at 12:00 pm - **Event Description**: Join SyngCo 2026: global conference on syngnathid (seahorse & pipefish) conservation, Feb 19–20 in Gran Canaria.About this EventDates: February 19–20, 2026Location: Poema del Mar Aquarium, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Canary Islands, SpainMore information: https://www.syngco.org/We are pleased to announce the first edition of SyngCo – Conference on Syngnathid Conservation, a global meeting dedicated to advancing conservation strategies for seahorses, pipefishes, and their relatives.The conservation status of syngnathids, both in Europe and worldwide, remains of great concern. As climate change continues to reshape marine ecosystems, developing effective management tools and science-based strategies for their protection has become an urgent priority.This conference offers a unique opportunity to:Define key aspects of the global roadmap for syngnathid conservation.Discuss methods for population assessment and monitoring.Identify essential data to support best practices for human–syngnathid interactions.Build the foundation for progressive conservation policies and management frameworks.SyngCo 2026 welcomes scientists, conservationists, and professionals from all disciplines related to aquatic biodiversity. Together, we aim to foster interdisciplinary collaboration and share the latest research and innovative approaches to safeguard these iconic marine species.Day 1 (Feb 19)?: 08:30 AMOpen Ceremony?: 09:00 AMPlenary Session 1 – Review of the global status of syngnathids / EUROSYNGHost: Nuno Monteiro?: 09:30 AM - 10:45 AMOral Communications?: 11:00 AMCoffe break?: 11:30 AMPlenary Session 2 – Role of Citizen science in syngathids population assessmenHost: Gisela Dionísio?: 12:00 PM - 01:00 PMOral Communications?: 02:00 PMBreak – Free Lunch?: 04:00 PMWorkshop 1 – Current methodologies used to assess Syngnathid populations?: 06:00 PM1st Poster Sesion?: 07:00 PMSesion Closure?: 08:00 PMConference DinnerDay 2 (Feb 20)?: 09:00 AMPlenary Session 3 – Conservation programs for syngnathidsHost: Michele Gristina?: 09:30 AMOral Communications?: 10:45 AMCoffre break?: 11:15 AMPlenary Session 4 – Syngnathids in aquaria y recovering plansHost: Ángel Curro?: 11:45 AM - 12:30 PMOral Communications?: 12:45 PM2nd Poster Sesion?: 02:00 PMBreak – Free Lunch?: 03:30 PMFree visit to “Aquarium Poema del Mar”?: 05:00 PMWorkshop 2 – Best Practices for Syngnathid Conservation?: 06:30 PMClosing Ceremony - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/las-palmas-de-gran-canaria/syngco-2026-conference-on-syngnathid-conservation/100001776813038629 - **Event Categories**: business, conferences, workshops, meetups - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 1 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 50, max: 100, currency: EUR ## Event venue details - **city**: Las Palmas de Gran Canaria - **state**: CN - **country**: Spain - **location**: Acuario Poema del Mar - **lat**: 28.1475663 - **long**: -15.4244407 - **full address**: Acuario Poema del Mar, Avenida de Los Consignatarios, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Spain ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: SyngCo 2026 - Conference on Syngnathid Conservation - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/66af50136bc3af4fa8a8eeb23ace145778a1f343b283bf6aff84036241adc178-rimg-w1200-h600-dcffffff-gmir.jpg?v=1759845347 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is SyngCo 2026 - Conference on Syngnathid Conservation being held? - **A:** SyngCo 2026 - Conference on Syngnathid Conservation takes place on Thu, 19 Feb, 2026 at 08:30 am to Thu, 19 Feb, 2026 at 12:00 pm at Acuario Poema del Mar, Avenida de Los Consignatarios, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Spain. - **Q**: How much do tickets cost for SyngCo 2026 - Conference on Syngnathid Conservation? - **A:** Ticket prices for SyngCo 2026 - Conference on Syngnathid Conservation range from EUR 50 to EUR 100 depending on the ticket type. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityScientist/Professional (early registration)EUR 100AvailableStudent (early registration)EUR 50AvailableWorkshopsEUR 50Available - **Q**: Who is organizing SyngCo 2026 - Conference on Syngnathid Conservation? - **A:** SyngCo 2026 - Conference on Syngnathid Conservation is organized by ECOAQUA Institute - ULPGC. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** SyngCo 2026 - Conference on Syngnathid Conservation is ideal for learners, working professionals, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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