The Channel Bull Blenny (*Parablennius zvonimiri*), a small, bottom-dwelling fish found primarily in the eastern Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterranean Sea, is recognized for its elongated body and distinctive head crests. While not a major commercial target, this species is occasionally caught as bycatch in small-scale coastal fisheries and is sometimes sought after by local artisanal fishers for bait or minor local consumption. The top countries involved in the limited harvest of the Channel Bull Blenny include Spain, Italy, Greece, and Turkey, where traditional fishing practices along rocky shorelines and harbor areas incidentally capture this species. Although its economic impact is minimal compared to larger commercial species, the Channel Bull Blenny contributes to the biodiversity of coastal fisheries and is an indicator of healthy, rocky marine habitats in these Mediterranean and eastern Atlantic regions.
Rank | Country | Metric Tons |
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1 | Falkland Islands (Malvinas) | 60 |
Data from FAO. 2025. Global Capture Production. In: Fisheries and Aquaculture.