Top Daggertooth Pike Conger Fishing Countries

The Daggertooth Pike Conger (*Muraenesox cinereus*) is a large, predatory eel-like fish found primarily in the Indo-West Pacific region, including coastal waters of East and Southeast Asia. Characterized by its elongated body and sharp, fang-like teeth, this species inhabits sandy and muddy bottoms of continental shelves and estuaries. The primary countries engaged in the commercial harvest of the Daggertooth Pike Conger are China, Japan, South Korea, and Taiwan, where it is caught using trawls, longlines, and set nets. In these nations, the fish is valued for its firm, white flesh and is commonly used in local cuisines, particularly in Japan where it is known as "hamo" and features in traditional dishes. The fishing industry for this species is significant in these countries, both for domestic consumption and regional seafood markets, with China and Japan leading in total catch volumes. Sustainable management practices are increasingly important due to concerns over habitat degradation and overfishing in some areas.

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