Top Blackhead Seabream Fishing Countries

The Blackhead Seabream (Acanthopagrus schlegelii), also known as the Japanese black porgy, is a highly valued coastal fish species found throughout the Northwest Pacific, particularly around Japan, South Korea, China, and Taiwan. Recognized for its robust, deep body and distinctive dark coloration, it thrives in rocky reefs and estuarine environments. The top countries harvesting Blackhead Seabream are Japan and South Korea, where the species is both commercially fished and extensively farmed in aquaculture due to its popularity in local cuisine and high market value. China and Taiwan also contribute significantly to the catch, with a growing emphasis on sustainable aquaculture practices. The fishing industry for Blackhead Seabream in these nations is well-developed, balancing wild capture with aquaculture to meet strong domestic demand and support export markets, making the species economically and culturally important throughout the region.

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