Abstract
This study records a remarkable finding in the Black Sea, where Symphodus tinca, a rare wrasse species. On June 9, 2023, during a biodiversity survey near Fener Island (Fatsa, Ordu, Türkiye), a male S. tinca was captured at a depth of 12 meters, measuring 316.0 mm in length and weighing 430.43 g. This specimen represents the largest ever recorded in the Black Sea. The factors behind this extraordinary finding, likely a result of species-specific and site-specific conditions such as low competition, favorable environmental factors, suitable habitats, and low fishing pressure, are complex and multifaceted. This finding not only contributes crucial data to the understanding of S. tinca growth patterns but also holds significance for its conservation, ecosystem management, and scientific research.
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