Top Corocoro Grunt Fishing Countries

The Corocoro grunt (Orthopristis ruber), also known as the ruby grunt, is a coastal marine fish found primarily in the western Atlantic, especially along the Caribbean coasts of Central and South America. Recognized for its silvery-pink body and distinctive grunting sound, this species inhabits shallow waters, estuaries, and mangroves. The top countries engaged in Corocoro grunt fishing include Venezuela, Colombia, and Trinidad and Tobago, where the species is targeted by small-scale artisanal fisheries using gillnets and handlines. In these regions, the Corocoro grunt is valued both as a food fish for local consumption and as a source of income for coastal communities. While not a major export species, its consistent local demand supports regional fishing economies, making it an important resource for subsistence and small-market trade.

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