Top Oblique Banded Snapper Fishing Countries

The Oblique Banded Snapper (Lutjanus obliquus), a member of the Lutjanidae family, is a medium-sized reef-associated fish recognized by its distinctive slanted yellow bands along a silvery body. This species inhabits the tropical and subtropical waters of the Indo-West Pacific, particularly around coral reefs and rocky substrates. The top countries engaged in harvesting the Oblique Banded Snapper include Indonesia, the Philippines, Malaysia, and Papua New Guinea, where artisanal and small-scale commercial fisheries target this species for local consumption and export. These nations rely on diverse fishing methods such as handlines, traps, and gillnets, with the snapper contributing significantly to coastal livelihoods and regional seafood markets. While not as globally prominent as some other snappers, the Oblique Banded Snapper is valued in local cuisines and plays a role in the economic stability of fishing communities across Southeast Asia and the Western Pacific.

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