Top Longfin Halfbeak Fishing Countries

The Top Longfin Halfbeak fishing countries are primarily found in the Indo-Pacific region, where this slender, surface-dwelling fish (family Hemiramphidae, particularly the species Hyporhamphus spp.) is commonly harvested. The Longfin Halfbeak is recognized for its elongated lower jaw and streamlined body, inhabiting coastal waters, estuaries, and sometimes freshwater rivers. Major fishing nations for this species include Indonesia, the Philippines, Thailand, and India, where halfbeaks are caught using small-scale artisanal methods such as lift nets, gillnets, and beach seines. These fish are valued both as a local food source—often consumed fresh, dried, or salted—and as bait in tuna and other pelagic fisheries. While not a major export commodity, the Longfin Halfbeak supports coastal livelihoods and contributes to the diverse small fish catch in Southeast and South Asian countries.

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