Top Kuwait Fish Catches

Kuwait’s fishing industry has long been integral to its coastal culture and economy, tracing its roots back centuries to when local communities relied on the bountiful Arabian Gulf for sustenance and trade. Today, the industry is renowned for its catches of prized species such as Zubaidi (Silver Pomfret), Hamour (Brown Spotted Grouper), Safi (Rabbitfish), and shrimp, which remain staples in Kuwaiti cuisine and are highly valued both domestically and abroad. Traditional dhow fishing boats still operate alongside modern vessels, reflecting a blend of heritage and innovation. Despite challenges from overfishing and environmental pressures, Kuwait continues to manage its fisheries, striving to balance economic interests with sustainable practices to preserve its rich maritime legacy.

Rank	Fish Species	Metric Tons
1	Natantian decapods nei	805
2	Tigertooth croaker	228
3	Yellowfin seabream	137
4	Narrow-barred Spanish mackerel	98
4	Marine fishes nei	98
6	Groupers nei	88
7	Silver pomfret	69
7	Indo-Pacific king mackerel	69
9	Emperors(=Scavengers) nei	63
10	Mullets nei	34
11	Croakers, drums nei	31
11	Hilsa shad	31
13	Carangids nei	28
14	Grunts, sweetlips nei	21
15	King soldier bream	20
16	Klunzinger's mullet	19
17	Fourfinger threadfin	18
18	Threadfin breams nei	9
19	Cobia	8
20	Snappers nei	7
21	Black pomfret	3
22	Brushtooth lizardfish	2

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