Top Frogs Fishing Countries

"Frog" in the context of fishing usually refers to artificial lures shaped like frogs, popular for targeting predatory fish such as bass, rather than a specific fish species called "frogs." However, if we consider the actual harvesting of edible frogs (such as the common European frog, *Pelophylax kl. esculentus*, and the American bullfrog, *Lithobates catesbeianus*), the top frog fishing and harvesting countries include Indonesia, China, Vietnam, and France. Frogs are prized for their legs, which are considered a delicacy in French and Southeast Asian cuisines. Indonesia and Vietnam are the largest exporters of frog legs, supplying much of Europe, especially France and Belgium, where the demand is high. The frog harvesting industry in these countries is a mix of wild capture and farming, with concerns about sustainability and overharvesting in some regions. The trade in edible frogs is a significant economic activity, especially in rural areas, and is regulated to varying degrees to protect native populations and ecosystems.

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