Top Gold Saddle Goatfish Fishing Countries

The Gold Saddle Goatfish (Parupeneus cyclostomus), recognized by its vibrant yellow coloration and distinctive "saddle" marking, is a reef-associated species found throughout the Indo-Pacific region. This goatfish is valued both as a food fish and for its role in artisanal and small-scale commercial fisheries. The top countries harvesting Gold Saddle Goatfish include Indonesia, the Philippines, and Papua New Guinea, where diverse coral reef systems support healthy populations. In these countries, the species is typically caught using handlines, traps, and small nets, with much of the catch consumed locally or sold in regional fish markets. While not a major export species compared to tuna or snapper, the Gold Saddle Goatfish contributes to food security and livelihoods in coastal communities across Southeast Asia and the Pacific Islands.

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