The fourspot flounder (Hippoglossina oblonga) is a demersal flatfish found primarily along the northwest Atlantic coast, from the Gulf of Maine to Florida. Recognized by its oval body and distinctive four dark spots, this species inhabits sandy and muddy bottoms at moderate depths. The top four countries engaged in fourspot flounder fishing are the United States, Canada, Mexico, and Cuba, with the U.S.—particularly the states along the Atlantic coast—leading in commercial landings. The American fishing industry targets fourspot flounder as part of a broader groundfish fishery, often caught alongside other flatfish species using trawls and gillnets. While not as commercially valuable as larger flatfish like the Atlantic halibut, fourspot flounder contributes to regional seafood markets and local economies, with management measures in place to ensure sustainable harvests.
| Rank | Country | Metric Tons |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | United States of America | 1 |
Data from FAO. 2025. Global Capture Production. In: Fisheries and Aquaculture.