The finless porpoise (Neophocaena spp.) is a small cetacean found in the coastal waters and river systems of Asia, particularly in the Yangtze River and along the coasts of China, Japan, Korea, and Southeast Asia. Unlike many fish species, the finless porpoise is not a target of commercial fishing but is often caught as bycatch in gillnets and other fishing gear, especially in China and parts of Southeast Asia. China, with its extensive river and coastal fisheries, is the country most associated with incidental catches of finless porpoises, particularly in the Yangtze River, where the species is critically endangered. Japan and Vietnam also report occasional bycatch. The finless porpoise is protected in several countries due to its declining populations, and international conservation efforts focus on reducing bycatch and protecting habitats rather than promoting a direct fishing industry for this species.
| Rank | Country | Metric Tons |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Japan | 19 |
Data from FAO. 2025. Global Capture Production. In: Fisheries and Aquaculture.