Top Scaled Herring Fishing Countries

The Top Scaled Herring (Tenualosa toli), also known as Toli shad, is a commercially important species of clupeid fish found in the coastal and estuarine waters of South and Southeast Asia. Recognized for its silvery scales and distinctive deep body, this species is highly valued both as a food fish and for its roe. The primary countries engaged in the harvesting of Top Scaled Herring are Bangladesh, India, Myanmar, Malaysia, and Indonesia, where it is caught mainly through artisanal and small-scale commercial fisheries. In these regions, the fish supports local economies and provides a significant source of protein for coastal communities. Overfishing and habitat degradation, however, have led to concerns about declining stocks, prompting some countries to implement seasonal fishing bans and other conservation measures to ensure the sustainability of this important fishery.

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