Top Red Hake Fishing Countries

The red hake (Urophycis chuss) is a demersal fish species found primarily in the northwest Atlantic Ocean, ranging from the Gulf of Maine to North Carolina. Recognized for its soft, white flesh, red hake is a member of the cod family and is often caught as both a target and bycatch species. The primary countries engaged in red hake fishing are the United States and Canada, with the U.S.—particularly the New England and Mid-Atlantic states—dominating commercial landings. The red hake fishery is managed under strict quotas and regulations by the National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) in the U.S., while Canada harvests smaller quantities, mainly as bycatch in other groundfish fisheries. The species supports a modest but important fishery, supplying local markets and contributing to the mixed-species groundfish industry in the region.

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