Top Pouting Bib Fishing Countries

The pouting (Trisopterus luscus), also known as bib, is a small, bottom-dwelling member of the cod family found in the eastern North Atlantic, particularly around the coasts of Western Europe. Recognizable by its rounded body, chin barbel, and distinctive coloration, pouting is primarily caught as bycatch in mixed demersal fisheries targeting species like cod and haddock. The top countries harvesting pouting are the United Kingdom, France, Spain, and Portugal, where it is landed both by commercial trawlers and artisanal fishers. While once considered a lesser species, pouting has gained popularity in local markets and is increasingly valued for its mild flavor and versatility, contributing to a modest but important segment of the fishing industry in these countries.

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