Top Red Hind Fishing Countries

The red hind (Epinephelus guttatus) is a colorful, medium-sized grouper found primarily in the western Atlantic, particularly throughout the Caribbean Sea and the Gulf of Mexico. Recognizable by its reddish-brown body speckled with darker spots, the red hind is a highly valued species for both commercial and recreational fisheries due to its firm, white flesh. The top red hind fishing countries include the Bahamas, Puerto Rico, the Dominican Republic, and other Caribbean nations, where the species is harvested mainly using hook-and-line, traps, and spearfishing. In these regions, red hind is a staple in local markets and an important export product, though concerns about overfishing have led to seasonal closures and management measures to ensure the sustainability of stocks. The United States, particularly in Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands, also plays a significant role in red hind fisheries, with regulations in place to protect spawning aggregations and maintain healthy populations.

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