Top Queen Triggerfish Fishing Countries

The Queen Triggerfish (Balistes vetula) is a vibrantly colored reef fish found primarily in the western Atlantic Ocean, including the Caribbean Sea, Gulf of Mexico, and along the coasts of Florida, Bermuda, and Brazil. Known for its striking blue and yellow hues and distinctive elongated dorsal fin, the Queen Triggerfish is both a popular target for recreational anglers and a valued species in local commercial fisheries. The primary countries involved in harvesting Queen Triggerfish include the Bahamas, Cuba, Brazil, and other Caribbean nations, where the fish is caught using traps, handlines, and spearfishing. While not a major export commodity, Queen Triggerfish is important for local consumption and tourism-driven sport fishing industries. Due to its reef-associated habitat, sustainable management is crucial, and some regions have implemented catch limits and seasonal closures to protect populations from overfishing.

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