The goldsinny wrasse (Ctenolabrus rupestris) is a small, brightly colored marine fish native to the rocky coastal waters of the northeastern Atlantic, particularly around Europe. Recognized for its reddish-brown body with distinctive gold spots, the goldsinny wrasse plays a crucial role in the aquaculture industry as a cleaner fish, used to control sea lice in salmon farms. The top countries harvesting goldsinny wrasse are Norway, Scotland (United Kingdom), and Ireland, where the demand for sustainable lice management in salmon farming has driven targeted fisheries and wild collection. These nations have developed regulated fisheries to ensure the sustainable capture and supply of goldsinny wrasse, balancing ecological concerns with the needs of the aquaculture sector.
| Rank | Country | Metric Tons |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Norway | 123 |
| 2 | United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland | 3 |
| 3 | Sweden | 1 |
Data from FAO. 2025. Global Capture Production. In: Fisheries and Aquaculture.