The Scotch Bonnet (Semicassis granulata) is a species of marine gastropod mollusk, not a fish, but rather a sea snail commonly found in the western Atlantic Ocean, particularly along the southeastern coast of the United States and the Caribbean. Known for its distinctively patterned, rounded shell, the Scotch Bonnet is the state shell of North Carolina and is often sought after by collectors rather than for large-scale commercial harvest. While not a major target of global fisheries, small-scale harvesting occurs in countries with suitable habitats, notably the United States (especially North Carolina and Florida), the Bahamas, and other Caribbean nations. The Scotch Bonnet is not a significant contributor to the fishing industry in terms of volume or economic impact, but it holds cultural and ecological importance in these regions.
| Rank | Country | Metric Tons |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Spain | 4 |
Data from FAO. 2025. Global Capture Production. In: Fisheries and Aquaculture.