Top Southern Meagre Mulloway Fishing Countries

The Southern Meagre, also known as Mulloway (Argyrosomus japonicus), is a large, predatory fish prized for its firm flesh and sporting qualities. Native to the coastal waters of the Indian Ocean and western Pacific, it is found from South Africa through the Persian Gulf, India, Southeast Asia, and southern Australia. The top countries harvesting Mulloway include South Africa and Australia, where it supports commercial, recreational, and artisanal fisheries. In South Africa, Mulloway is targeted both by commercial netters and recreational anglers along the Eastern and Western Cape coasts. In Australia, particularly in New South Wales and South Australia, the species is highly valued by both commercial and sport fishers, with wild-caught and farmed Mulloway contributing to local markets. Smaller-scale fisheries also exist in countries like Namibia, Iran, and India, but South Africa and Australia remain the leading producers, reflecting the species' regional abundance and economic importance.

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