The Sharktooth Moray (Gymnothorax miliaris), recognized for its distinctive, sharp, conical teeth and elongated, speckled yellow-brown body, is a species of moray eel found in tropical and subtropical Atlantic waters, particularly around coral reefs and rocky substrates. While not a major target of large-scale commercial fisheries due to its relatively small size and the potential risk of ciguatera poisoning, the Sharktooth Moray is sometimes harvested in artisanal and subsistence fisheries, especially in coastal regions of West Africa, Brazil, and the Caribbean, where moray eels in general are occasionally caught for local consumption. Countries such as Brazil, Cape Verde, and various Caribbean island nations may report incidental catches of this species, often using handlines, traps, or spearfishing methods. However, the fishing industry for the Sharktooth Moray remains small-scale and localized, with most of the global harvest being unreported or mixed with other moray eel species.
| Rank | Country | Metric Tons |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Spain | 1 |
Data from FAO. 2025. Global Capture Production. In: Fisheries and Aquaculture.