Top Silvery John Dory Fishing Countries

The Silvery John Dory (Zenopsis conchifer) is a deep-bodied, silvery marine fish found in temperate and subtropical waters, recognized for its laterally compressed shape and large dark spot on its sides. Prized for its delicate, mild-flavored flesh, the Silvery John Dory is targeted by commercial trawl and longline fisheries. The top countries harvesting this species are New Zealand, Australia, and Spain, where the fish is commonly landed as part of mixed demersal fisheries. New Zealand and Australia, in particular, have established quotas and management plans to ensure sustainable harvests, with the species being a valuable export product. In Europe, Spain is a significant consumer and importer of John Dory, including both locally caught and imported fish, where it is highly regarded in gastronomy. While not as globally prominent as some other whitefish species, the Silvery John Dory supports important regional fisheries and is a sought-after catch in seafood markets.

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