Top Orangespine Unicornfish Fishing Countries

The Orangespine Unicornfish (Naso lituratus), also known as the "Naso Tang" or "Blonde Naso Tang," is a striking reef fish native to the Indo-Pacific region, easily recognized by its vibrant orange spines on either side of the tail and elongated snout. This species is primarily targeted for the ornamental aquarium trade rather than large-scale commercial fisheries, as its flesh is not widely consumed. The top countries involved in harvesting the Orangespine Unicornfish are the Philippines, Indonesia, and Fiji, where artisanal fishers collect them from coral reefs for export to global aquarium markets, especially in the United States, Europe, and Japan. Sustainable management practices are increasingly important in these regions to ensure healthy populations, as overcollection and habitat degradation pose threats to wild stocks.

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