Top Little Tunny Atl.Black Skipj Fishing Countries

The Little Tunny (Euthynnus alletteratus), also known as Atlantic Black Skipjack, is a small, fast-swimming tuna species found in warm Atlantic waters, including the Mediterranean and the western Atlantic coasts. Recognized for its streamlined body and distinctive wavy markings on the back, the Little Tunny is not as commercially valuable as larger tuna species but is important in local and artisanal fisheries. The top countries harvesting Little Tunny include Spain, Italy, Turkey, and Morocco, where it is caught using purse seines, trolling lines, and small-scale nets. These nations, particularly those bordering the Mediterranean, have long traditions of catching Little Tunny for local consumption, bait, and regional markets. While not a primary target for large industrial fleets, the species supports coastal economies and contributes to the diversity of the small pelagic fishery sector in these regions.

RankCountryMetric Tons
1Tunisia5,827
2Benin4,470
3Angola2,534
4France1,373
5Côte d'Ivoire1,293
6Egypt1,065
7Spain1,055
8Brazil1,046
9Togo978
10Senegal791
11Italy767
12Greece644
13Liberia506
14Colombia470
15Türkiye410
16United States of America243
17Russian Federation231
18Guatemala213
19Lebanon205
20Panama200
20Algeria200
22Palestine135
23Gabon105
24Saint Vincent and the Grenadines85
25Morocco53
26Cabo Verde51
27Croatia49
28El Salvador45
29Sao Tome and Principe35
29Israel35
31Portugal23
32Curaçao20
33Puerto Rico11
34Equatorial Guinea10
34United States Virgin Islands10
36Malta6
37Cyprus5
37Cuba5
39Bermuda1

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