Top Bonefish Fishing Countries

Bonefish (Albula spp.) are sleek, silver game fish renowned for their speed and challenging fight, making them a prized target for saltwater anglers. They inhabit shallow tropical flats and are primarily found in the Caribbean, Western Atlantic, and parts of the Indo-Pacific. The top bonefish fishing countries include the Bahamas, Belize, Cuba, and the Florida Keys in the United States, all of which are famous for their extensive flats and thriving bonefish populations. In these regions, bonefishing is a major draw for sport fishing tourism, contributing significantly to local economies through guided trips and catch-and-release practices. While bonefish are not widely targeted by commercial fisheries due to their elusive nature and limited market value, their importance to recreational fishing has led to conservation efforts and regulations to protect their populations in these countries.

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