The Navaga, also known as the Navaga cod (Eleginus navaga), is a cold-water fish species native to the Arctic and subarctic waters of the North Pacific and Arctic Oceans, particularly in the seas surrounding northern Russia. This small codfish is highly valued for its delicate flavor and is a staple in the diets of people living in northern Russia, especially along the coasts of the White Sea, Barents Sea, and Kara Sea. Russia is by far the leading country in the commercial harvest of Navaga, with the majority of catches coming from its northern regions, where traditional winter ice fishing is a significant part of the local economy. Other countries bordering the Arctic, such as Norway, may catch Navaga incidentally, but Russia dominates both in terms of catch volume and the development of processing and export industries centered on this species. The Navaga fishery is an important source of livelihood for coastal communities in Russia, and its management is overseen by Russian fisheries authorities to ensure sustainability.
| Rank | Country | Metric Tons |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Russian Federation | 424 |
Data from FAO. 2025. Global Capture Production. In: Fisheries and Aquaculture.