The Boa Dragonfish (genus *Stomias*), a deep-sea predatory fish known for its elongated body, bioluminescent organs, and fearsome appearance, inhabits mesopelagic and bathypelagic zones of the world’s oceans. While not a target of large-scale commercial fisheries due to its deepwater habitat and limited market demand, Boa Dragonfish are occasionally caught as bycatch in deep-sea trawling operations. Countries with established deep-sea fishing industries, such as Japan, Russia, Spain, and Norway, are among the top harvesters of deep-sea species including the Boa Dragonfish, primarily during trawling for more commercially valuable fish like grenadiers and toothfish. However, the catch volumes are relatively small and the species is mainly of scientific interest, with limited direct economic importance.
| Rank | Country | Metric Tons |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Spain | 6 |
Data from FAO. 2025. Global Capture Production. In: Fisheries and Aquaculture.