Top Argentine Croaker Fishing Countries

The Argentine croaker (Umbrina canosai), also known as the striped croaker, is a demersal fish species found primarily in the southwestern Atlantic Ocean, particularly along the coasts of Argentina, Uruguay, and southern Brazil. Recognized for its silvery body and distinctive dark stripes, the Argentine croaker is a valuable resource for both commercial and artisanal fisheries. The top countries harvesting this species are Argentina, Uruguay, and Brazil, with Argentina leading in terms of volume due to its extensive continental shelf and productive fishing grounds, especially off Buenos Aires and Patagonia. The fishing industry for Argentine croaker is significant in these countries, contributing to local economies through exports and domestic consumption, and is typically managed through quotas and seasonal closures to ensure sustainability.

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