The megrim (Lepidorhombus whiffiagonis) is a flatfish species found primarily in the northeast Atlantic, including the waters off the coasts of Western Europe. Characterized by its diamond-shaped body and pale coloration, megrim is a valued commercial species, especially in southern European markets. The top four countries harvesting megrim are Spain, France, the United Kingdom, and Ireland. Spain leads the industry, with megrim being a staple in Spanish cuisine and a significant part of its demersal fishing fleet’s catch. France and the UK also maintain robust megrim fisheries, particularly in the Bay of Biscay and the Celtic Sea, respectively. Ireland, with its extensive Atlantic coastline, rounds out the top four, supplying both domestic and export markets. These nations rely on trawl fisheries to harvest megrim, and the species is managed under European Union fishing quotas to ensure sustainability.
| Rank | Country | Metric Tons |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Spain | 303 |
Data from FAO. 2025. Global Capture Production. In: Fisheries and Aquaculture.