Turkey is a coastal country surrounded by the sea on three sides and has a shoreline
spanning about 7,816 km. There are 72 lagoon areas in Turkey [2]. Kucukcekmece Lagoon is in
Marmara region and is considered to be a Class B wetland area. In the past the lake was a fishing
area with a wide range of fish species as well as home to endemic plant species, migratory birds and
waterfowls. The abolishment of its protected status, its opening to settlement in 1984, uncontrolled
migration and consequent excessive construction have resulted in an increase in domestic pollution
[4]. In addition, wastes from industrial establishments without treatment have caused further
pollution