Top Plain Bonito Fishing Countries

The Plain Bonito (Orcynopsis unicolor) is a fast-swimming, pelagic fish found primarily in the eastern Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterranean Sea. Recognized by its streamlined body and silvery coloration, this species is valued for both commercial and recreational fishing due to its firm, flavorful flesh. The top countries harvesting Plain Bonito include Spain, Morocco, Turkey, and Italy, where the species is caught using purse seines, trolling lines, and sometimes gillnets. Spain and Morocco, with their extensive Atlantic and Mediterranean coastlines, are particularly prominent in the Plain Bonito fishing industry, supplying both local markets and exports. The fishing of Plain Bonito supports coastal economies and is often managed to ensure sustainability, given the species’ importance in regional diets and as a target for artisanal fisheries.

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