As May brings warmer temperatures, it also heralds an increase in the diversity of marine life. During this season, the seas come alive with a variety of fish, including lobster, sea bass, red mullet, sole, swordfish, mackerel, scallop, shrimp, and scorpionfish. Moreover, the warming weather marks the arrival of turbot and john dory, gradually making their way into the nets during this time of the year.

May, like April, is considered one of the less productive months. However, it still offers opportunities to catch fish like red mullet, sole, and mackerel. In May, the average water temperature in the Istanbul Strait ranges from 12 to 20 degrees Celsius.

• Lobster: May is one of the times when lobsters are most abundant. This delicious seafood allows you to prepare wonderful meals with various cooking methods.
• Sea Bass: May is also one of the most delicious times for sea bass. Sea bass adds a unique flavor to your tables with its meat and taste.
• Red Mullet: Red mullet is another delicious fish abundant in May. Red mullet offers rich flavors with different cooking techniques in various regions.
• Sole: May is a period when sole fish is also abundant. Sole fish, with its delicate and tasty meat, is a favorite among seafood lovers.
• Surmullet: Surmullet fish is also abundant in May and adds variety to your tables with its delicious meat.
• Swordfish: Swordfish is abundant in various fishing regions in May and is preferred for its nutritious meat.
• Gurnard and Scallop: Seafood such as gurnard and scallop are also abundant in May and offer different flavors.