The Red Cornetfish (Fistularia petimba) is a slender, elongated marine fish recognized for its reddish coloration and distinctive tubular snout, inhabiting tropical and subtropical coastal waters worldwide. While not a primary target of large-scale commercial fisheries, it is often caught as bycatch in trawl and net fisheries, particularly in regions where artisanal and subsistence fishing are prevalent. The top countries harvesting Red Cornetfish include China, Indonesia, India, and several West African nations, where the species is occasionally utilized for local consumption or as bait in larger fisheries. In these countries, the Red Cornetfish contributes modestly to the fishing industry, often appearing in local markets rather than international trade, and plays a minor but notable role in the diverse catches of multi-species coastal fisheries.
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Data from FAO. 2025. Global Capture Production. In: Fisheries and Aquaculture.