Top Lesser Amberjack Fishing Countries

The Lesser Amberjack (Seriola fasciata) is a medium-sized, predatory fish found in subtropical and tropical waters of the Atlantic Ocean, known for its streamlined body and distinctive dark stripe running from nose to dorsal fin. Though not as commercially significant as its larger relatives, the Greater Amberjack, the Lesser Amberjack is still harvested by both commercial and recreational fisheries, prized for its firm, flavorful flesh. The top countries involved in the fishing of Lesser Amberjack include the United States, particularly in the Gulf of Mexico and along the southeastern Atlantic coast, as well as Spain and Portugal, where it is caught in the eastern Atlantic. These countries utilize a mix of line and net fishing techniques, with the species often landed as bycatch in fisheries targeting other jacks or pelagic species. While the overall catch volume is modest compared to more prominent commercial fish, the Lesser Amberjack contributes to local economies and diverse seafood markets in these regions.

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