Top Combtooth Blennies Fishing Countries

Combtooth blennies (family Blenniidae) are small, elongated marine fish known for their comb-like teeth and vibrant personalities, commonly found in shallow coastal waters and coral reefs worldwide. While they are not a primary target for large-scale commercial fisheries due to their modest size and limited culinary appeal, they are occasionally collected for the aquarium trade. The countries most associated with the harvest of combtooth blennies are those with extensive coral reef systems and active ornamental fish industries, such as Indonesia, the Philippines, and Sri Lanka. These nations supply a significant portion of the global marine aquarium market, exporting various blenny species alongside other reef fishes. The fishing industry for combtooth blennies in these countries is typically small-scale and artisanal, focusing on sustainable hand-collection methods to minimize reef damage and ensure the long-term viability of their vibrant reef ecosystems.

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