Top Endeavour Shrimp Fishing Countries

Endeavour shrimp, primarily comprising Metapenaeus endeavouri and Metapenaeus ensis, are small to medium-sized penaeid prawns found in the Indo-Pacific region, particularly in tropical and subtropical coastal waters. These shrimp are valued for their sweet flavor and are an important commercial species. The top Endeavour shrimp fishing countries are Australia, India, and several Southeast Asian nations, including Thailand and Indonesia. Australia is especially notable for its well-managed Endeavour shrimp fisheries, particularly in the Northern Prawn Fishery, where sustainable practices and quotas are enforced. In India and Southeast Asia, the species are often caught by trawlers and are a significant part of the local and export seafood markets. The Endeavour shrimp industry supports both local consumption and international trade, with much of the catch exported to markets in East Asia, Europe, and North America.

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