Fishermen are waiting for the weather to cool for an abundant anchovy catch.

Fishermen have not yet caught the expected abundance in anchovy fishing due to air temperatures remaining above seasonal norms. Hoping for a decrease in sea water temperature, which would lead to an abundance of anchovies and lower prices, fishermen are eagerly awaiting cooler weather. Mustafa Karakaş, President of the Akçakoca Fishermen's Shelter in Düzce, stated that the sea water temperature needs to drop for an abundance of anchovies to come to the markets. "The weather needs to get a bit colder" Pointing out that anchovies are currently scattered, Karakaş noted: "The weather needs to get a bit colder for the anchovies to come. The anchovies are currently scattered. Those who arrive on time can buy up to 500 crates. However, there is a fish called 'papalina' that gets mixed in. As the weather and sea water cool, this fish will start to gather and provide much more catch. Prices will also drop significantly accordingly." Karakaş stated ...