Top Blackbanded Trevally Fishing Countries

The blackbanded trevally (Seriolina nigrofasciata) is a medium-sized, predatory marine fish recognized by its elongated body and distinctive dark vertical bands. Found in tropical and subtropical waters of the Indo-Pacific, particularly around reefs and rocky outcrops, this species is valued both as a food fish and for recreational angling. The top countries harvesting blackbanded trevally include Indonesia, the Philippines, and India, where artisanal and small-scale commercial fisheries target them using handlines, nets, and traps. While not a primary target for large-scale industrial fisheries, blackbanded trevally contribute to local economies and food security in these regions. Sustainable management is important, as overfishing and habitat degradation could threaten their populations in heavily fished areas.

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