Top Bluefish Fishing Countries

Bluefish (*Pomatomus saltatrix*) is a powerful, predatory marine species found in temperate and subtropical waters worldwide, prized by both commercial and recreational fishers for its fighting ability and culinary value. The top bluefish fishing countries are primarily located along the Atlantic coasts, with the United States (notably the eastern seaboard), Brazil, South Africa, and Australia being leading harvesters. In the U.S., bluefish are a staple of the East Coast recreational fishery, especially from Maine to Florida, while South Africa and Australia have robust commercial and sport fisheries targeting this species, locally known as "elf" or "tailor." Brazil also supports a significant bluefish fishery along its southern and southeastern coasts. These countries have developed management strategies to sustain bluefish stocks, balancing commercial harvests with the popularity of bluefish among sport anglers.

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