Top Silver Grunt Fishing Countries

The Silver Grunt (Pomadasys argenteus) is a medium-sized, silvery marine fish found in coastal waters across the Indo-Pacific region, recognized for its deep body and characteristic grunting sounds produced by its swim bladder. This species is valued both as a food fish and for local artisanal fisheries. The top countries harvesting Silver Grunt include India, Pakistan, Iran, and several Gulf states such as the United Arab Emirates and Oman, where it is commonly caught using trawl nets, gillnets, and handlines. In these countries, Silver Grunt contributes significantly to local fish markets and diets, with India and Iran leading in total reported landings. While not a major target of large-scale industrial fisheries, Silver Grunt remains important for small-scale coastal fishers, supporting livelihoods and regional seafood supplies throughout the northern Indian Ocean and Persian Gulf.

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