Malta has been ranked among Europe’s top five islands for autumn fishing, placing fifth in a new list compiled by FishingBooker.The ranking compared 44 European islands and placed Malta ahead of Cyprus, Mallorca and every Greek and Croatian island included. Malta was also the highest-ranked Mediterranean island on the list.According to FishingBooker, Malta currently has 21 fish species in season, including lampuki, amberjack, dentex and skipjack tuna.Nine species are considered to be at their best during autumn, tying Malta with Mallorca for the highest number in Europe.The ranking also highlighted Malta’s 12 fishing charters and 39 big-fish catches recorded through angler reviews and captain reports, more than any other Mediterranean island in the study.Lampuki season in Malta runs from 15th August to 31st December, while October is considered one of the best months for amberjack, dentex and skipjack tuna. Squid season begins in November and continues through winter.FishingBooker ranked Tenerife first overall, followed by Madeira, Fuerteventura and São Miguel in the Azores, with Malta completing the top five.The ranking was based on the number of species in season, available fishing charters and major catches reported between 2023 and 2026.•