The bluespotted cornetfish (*Fistularia commersonii*) is a slender, elongated marine fish recognized by its long, tubular snout and distinctive blue spots along its silvery-green body. Widespread throughout the Indo-Pacific, this species inhabits coastal reefs and seagrass beds, occasionally venturing into the Mediterranean via the Suez Canal—a phenomenon known as Lessepsian migration. While not a primary target for large-scale commercial fisheries, the bluespotted cornetfish is caught incidentally in artisanal and small-scale fisheries, particularly in countries bordering the Indian Ocean and the western Pacific, such as India, Indonesia, the Philippines, and Sri Lanka. In the Mediterranean, especially off the coasts of Turkey, Egypt, and Israel, the species has become more common and is sometimes harvested as bycatch. Despite its minor economic value compared to more sought-after species, the bluespotted cornetfish is locally consumed or used as bait, and its increasing presence in non-native waters is drawing attention from both fishers and marine ecologists.
| Rank | Country | Metric Tons |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cyprus | 8 |
Data from FAO. 2025. Global Capture Production. In: Fisheries and Aquaculture.