The Roughsnout Grenadier (*Trachyrincus scabrus*) is a deep-sea fish species found primarily in the eastern Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterranean Sea, typically inhabiting depths between 400 and 2,000 meters. Recognized by its elongated body, pointed snout, and rough scales, this species is targeted mainly as bycatch in deep-water trawl fisheries rather than as a primary commercial species. The principal countries involved in harvesting the Roughsnout Grenadier include Spain, Portugal, France, and Italy, where deep-sea trawling fleets operate along the continental slopes. These nations have historically dominated the Mediterranean and northeast Atlantic deep-sea fisheries, landing grenadiers alongside other deep-water species such as black scabbardfish and blue ling. While not a major target species, the Roughsnout Grenadier contributes to the mixed-species deep-sea fishery, and its catch is often processed for fishmeal or occasionally marketed for human consumption in southern European markets.
| Rank | Country | Metric Tons |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Spain | 7 |
Data from FAO. 2025. Global Capture Production. In: Fisheries and Aquaculture.