Top Brown Moray Fishing Countries

The brown moray (Gymnothorax unicolor) is a medium-sized eel species found in rocky reefs and coastal waters of the eastern Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterranean Sea. Recognizable by its elongated, serpentine body and brownish coloration, the brown moray is a nocturnal predator, feeding on small fish and invertebrates. While not a primary target for large-scale commercial fisheries, it is occasionally caught as bycatch and is locally valued as a food fish in several Mediterranean countries. The top countries involved in the harvest of brown moray include Italy, Greece, Spain, and Turkey, where small-scale artisanal fisheries and recreational anglers catch them using traps, lines, and spearfishing. The species is typically sold fresh in local markets, contributing modestly to the coastal fishing economies of these nations.

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