Top Bluenose Warehou Fishing Countries

The bluenose warehou (Hyperoglyphe antarctica), commonly known as bluenose, is a deep-sea fish found in temperate waters of the Southern Hemisphere, particularly around New Zealand, southern Australia, and occasionally South Africa and South America. Prized for its firm, white flesh and mild flavor, bluenose is targeted by commercial fisheries using longlines and trawls, primarily at depths of 200 to 800 meters. New Zealand and Australia are the leading countries in bluenose warehou fishing, with well-established fisheries and management systems to ensure sustainability, as the species is vulnerable to overfishing due to its slow growth and late maturity. These countries export bluenose to international markets, especially to Asia and Europe, where it is valued as a premium seafood product.

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