Slovenia, though a small and landlocked country, boasts a vibrant fishing industry primarily centered on its pristine rivers, lakes, and the short Adriatic coastline. The top fish catches in Slovenia include freshwater species such as brown trout, marble trout, grayling, and Danube salmon (huchen), with the Soča and Sava river systems being particularly renowned among anglers for their healthy trout populations. In the coastal region, the Adriatic Sea yields species like European anchovy, sardine, and gilt-head bream, supporting a modest marine fishery. Historically, fishing in Slovenia has deep roots, with traditional practices dating back centuries, often linked to local communities and sustainable management. Today, the industry is characterized by a focus on recreational and sport fishing, strict conservation measures, and the promotion of eco-tourism, reflecting Slovenia’s commitment to preserving its rich aquatic biodiversity.
| Rank | Fish Species | Metric Tons |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Common carp | 70 |
| 2 | Sea trout | 23 |
| 3 | Common octopus | 17 |
| 4 | Black seabream | 15 |
| 5 | Poor cod | 12 |
| 6 | Northern pike | 11 |
| 7 | Common cuttlefish | 9 |
| 8 | Surmullet | 8 |
| 8 | Cyprinids nei | 8 |
| 10 | Marine shells nei | 7 |
| 12 | Chub | 6 |
| 12 | Prussian carp | 6 |
| 12 | Common nase | 6 |
| 15 | European flounder | 5 |
| 15 | Roaches nei | 5 |
| 15 | Mullets nei | 5 |
| 19 | Golden grey mullet | 4 |
| 19 | Whiting | 4 |
| 19 | Clams, etc. nei | 4 |
| 19 | Queen scallop | 4 |
| 19 | Black bullhead | 4 |
| 23 | Freshwater bream | 3 |
| 23 | Atlantic salmon | 3 |
| 23 | European perch | 3 |
| 23 | Barbel | 3 |
| 27 | Blotched picarel | 2 |
| 27 | Shi drum | 2 |
| 27 | Noah's ark | 2 |
| 38 | Roach | 1 |
| 38 | Thicklip grey mullet | 1 |
| 38 | Small red scorpionfish | 1 |
| 38 | Silversides(=Sand smelts) nei | 1 |
| 38 | Barracudas nei | 1 |
| 38 | Sand steenbras | 1 |
| 38 | Salmonoids nei | 1 |
| 38 | Bleak | 1 |
| 38 | European conger | 1 |
| 38 | Flathead grey mullet | 1 |
| 38 | Bluefish | 1 |
| 38 | Bogue | 1 |
| 38 | Picarels nei | 1 |
| 38 | Brown bullhead | 1 |
| 38 | Caramote prawn | 1 |
| 38 | Common dolphinfish | 1 |
| 38 | Grass carp(=White amur) | 1 |
| 38 | Common sole | 1 |
| 38 | Common two-banded seabream | 1 |
| 38 | Arctic char | 1 |
Data from FAO. 2025. Global Capture Production. In: Fisheries and Aquaculture.