What is the minimum size for Swordfish?

In recreational angling the minimum catch size for Swordfish is 110 cm. Fish below that length have to be returned to the water. Legal basis: 2024/21 Çizelge 7.

When is Swordfish closed to fishing?

The closed season for Swordfish is 15 February–15 March; 1 October–30 November. Fishing for it is banned within those dates. Legal basis: 2024/21 Çizelge 7.

Which seas is Swordfish found in?

In our records Swordfish appears in these seas: Aegean Sea, Mediterranean, Atlantic Ocean — Spain, Cantabrian Sea — Spain.

In which months is Swordfish at its peak?

Peak periods by sea: Aegean Sea May–November; Mediterranean April–October; Atlantic Ocean — Spain April–September; Cantabrian Sea — Spain April–September.

Which bait is Swordfish caught with?

Baits and lures on record: European squid, Atlantic mackerel, European sardine, mamun, sülünez, deep-diving lure, shrimp.

Swordfish

Xiphias gladius

Peak this month Minimum size 110 cm

Habitat: open sea
Seas: Aegean Sea, Mediterranean
Bait: squid, mackerel · deep-diving lure
Technique: trolling, drifting

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Legal status

Türkiye

Minimum size: 110 cm
Maximum quantity: 1 fish
Closed season: 15 February–15 March; 1 October–30 November

Legal basis: 2024/21 Çizelge 7 communiqué text

Where is Swordfish caught?

Peak months by sea.

Aegean Sea

peak this month

Natural bait: European squid, Atlantic mackerel; regional support: European sardine / mamun / sülünez
Lure: deep-diving lure
Technique: trolling, drifting

Mediterranean

peak this month

Natural bait: European squid, Atlantic mackerel; regional support: European sardine / European squid / shrimp
Lure: deep-diving lure
Technique: trolling, drifting

Bait and technique

Habitat: open sea
Fishing technique: trolling, drifting
Natural baits: squid, mackerel
Lures: deep-diving lure

Frequently asked questions

What is the minimum size for Swordfish?: In recreational angling the minimum catch size for Swordfish is 110 cm. Fish below that length have to be returned to the water. Legal basis: 2024/21 Çizelge 7.
When is Swordfish closed to fishing?: The closed season for Swordfish is 15 February–15 March; 1 October–30 November. Fishing for it is banned within those dates. Legal basis: 2024/21 Çizelge 7.
Which seas is Swordfish found in?: In our records Swordfish appears in these seas: Aegean Sea, Mediterranean, Atlantic Ocean — Spain, Cantabrian Sea — Spain.
In which months is Swordfish at its peak?: Peak periods by sea: Aegean Sea May–November; Mediterranean April–October; Atlantic Ocean — Spain April–September; Cantabrian Sea — Spain April–September.
Which bait is Swordfish caught with?: Baits and lures on record: European squid, Atlantic mackerel, European sardine, mamun, sülünez, deep-diving lure, shrimp.