When winter arrives, the sea shows its fierce side. The brings freezing winds that can plummet temperatures to -30°C . Because it is so shallow and fresh, the Sea of Azov freezes over more easily than its saltier neighbor, the Black Sea. For months, it becomes a world of ice, occasionally trapping ships until the spring thaw releases them back into the "Fish Sea" ( Balk Deniz ), a name given by the Ottomans for its legendary abundance of sturgeon and anchovy. If you'd like to explore more, I can help you with:
In the summer, the warmth and nutrients trigger massive blooms of green algae , tinting the waves a vibrant emerald. azovskoe harakteristika more
To the west, behind the Arabat Spit, lies the Syvash or "Rotten Sea". In these hypersaline lagoons, special algae thrive, turning the water a mesmerizing pink . The Winter Spirit When winter arrives, the sea shows its fierce side