Top Horse Eye Jack Fishing Countries

The horse-eye jack (*Caranx latus*) is a robust, schooling predatory fish found in the warm coastal waters of the western Atlantic, from the United States and Bermuda down through the Caribbean and into Brazil. Recognized by its deep, compressed body and large, reflective eyes, this species is prized both as a game fish and for local consumption, though it is less commercially significant than other jacks. The top horse-eye jack fishing countries include the United States (particularly Florida), Mexico, Cuba, the Bahamas, and various Caribbean nations, where artisanal and small-scale commercial fisheries target the species using nets, lines, and traps. While not a primary export commodity, horse-eye jack contributes to local economies and food security, especially in island nations, and is a popular catch among recreational anglers throughout its range.

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