The Bald Glassy (Ambassis gymnocephalus) is a small, translucent freshwater fish native to South and Southeast Asia, recognized for its glass-like appearance and adaptability to various aquatic habitats, including rivers, lakes, and estuaries. While not a major commercial species on the global scale, the Bald Glassy is harvested in several countries, particularly India, Bangladesh, Thailand, and Indonesia, where it is valued as a local food source and sometimes used as bait in larger fisheries. In these countries, the fishing industry for Bald Glassy is typically small-scale and artisanal, with fishers employing traditional nets and traps in inland waters. The species plays a modest but important role in local diets and livelihoods, especially in rural communities where access to larger commercial fish is limited.
| Rank | Country | Metric Tons |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Indonesia | 685 |
Data from FAO. 2025. Global Capture Production. In: Fisheries and Aquaculture.