Top Royal Threadfin Fishing Countries

The Royal Threadfin (Pentanemus quinquarius) is a prized coastal fish species found primarily in the warm, shallow waters of West Africa, particularly along the Atlantic coasts from Senegal to Angola. Recognizable by its elongated pectoral filaments, the Royal Threadfin is highly valued for its delicate, white flesh and forms a significant part of local diets and artisanal fisheries. The top countries harvesting Royal Threadfin include Nigeria, Ghana, Senegal, and Côte d'Ivoire, where both small-scale and industrial fishing fleets target this species using gillnets, trawls, and beach seines. The Royal Threadfin fishery is crucial for food security and employment in these regions, but growing fishing pressure and habitat degradation have raised concerns about sustainability, prompting some countries to implement management measures to protect stocks for future generations.

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