Top Common Warehou Fishing Countries

The common warehou (Seriolella brama) is a mid-sized, deep-bodied fish found primarily in the temperate waters of the southern Pacific Ocean, particularly around New Zealand and southern Australia. Recognized for its silvery-blue coloration and importance in commercial fisheries, the common warehou is commonly caught using trawl and purse seine methods. New Zealand is the leading country in warehou fishing, with a well-established industry that targets this species both for domestic consumption and export. Australia also harvests common warehou, though on a smaller scale compared to New Zealand. The fish is valued for its mild-flavored flesh and is marketed fresh, frozen, or processed. Sustainable management practices, particularly in New Zealand, help ensure the continued viability of common warehou stocks for future generations.

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