Top Mojarras Silver Biddies Not Elsewhere Included Fishing Countries

Mojarras, commonly referred to as "silver biddies," are small, silvery fish belonging to the family Gerreidae, widely found in coastal and brackish waters across the tropics and subtropics. These fish are valued for their delicate flesh and are typically caught using small-scale artisanal methods such as gillnets and beach seines. The top fishing countries for mojarras and silver biddies—often grouped under the FAO category "not elsewhere included" due to the diversity of species—include India, Indonesia, Bangladesh, Thailand, and the Philippines. These nations have extensive coastal and estuarine environments where mojarras thrive, and the species plays an important role in local diets and livelihoods. In these regions, mojarras are primarily consumed fresh or dried, and their capture supports both subsistence and commercial fisheries, contributing to food security and rural economies.

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