Top Sordid Rubberlip Fishing Countries

The Sordid Rubberlip (Plectorhinchus sordidus), also known as the brown sweetlips, is a marine fish found primarily in the Indo-Pacific region, inhabiting coral reefs and rocky coastal areas. Recognizable by its thick, fleshy lips and distinctive mottled brown coloration, this species is valued both as a food fish and for local artisanal fisheries. The top countries harvesting Sordid Rubberlip are Indonesia, the Philippines, and India, where it is caught using handlines, traps, and small-scale nets. In these countries, the fish contributes to local economies and is commonly sold in fresh markets, though it is less prominent in large-scale commercial exports compared to other reef fish. Sustainable management is important in these regions to prevent overfishing and to maintain healthy reef ecosystems, as the Sordid Rubberlip plays a role in the balance of coral reef communities.

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