Top Armenia Fish Catches

Armenia’s fishing industry is modest but significant within its landlocked borders, relying primarily on inland waters such as Lake Sevan—the country’s largest lake and a historic hub for fisheries. The top fish catches in Armenia include the Sevan trout (Salmo ischchan), which is native and iconic, as well as common carp, crucian carp, and various species of whitefish. Overfishing and ecological changes in the 20th century led to a sharp decline in native fish populations, prompting conservation efforts and a shift toward aquaculture, especially for rainbow trout and sturgeon. Today, fish farming is a growing sector, with Armenia exporting some of its aquaculture products, while wild catches remain tightly regulated to protect native species and restore ecological balance.

Data from FAO. 2025. Global Capture Production. In: Fisheries and Aquaculture.