Top Spinner Shark Fishing Countries

The spinner shark (Carcharhinus brevipinna) is a medium to large coastal shark known for its acrobatic spinning leaps when feeding or hooked, and is found in warm temperate and tropical waters worldwide. This species is valued both for its meat and fins, making it a target for commercial and artisanal fisheries. The top spinner shark fishing countries include India, Pakistan, Brazil, and nations in West Africa such as Senegal, where they are often caught as bycatch in gillnets and longlines targeting other fish. In the United States, particularly in the Gulf of Mexico and along the Atlantic coast, spinner sharks are also harvested, though under stricter regulations to manage populations. Overfishing and high demand for shark fins have led to concerns about the sustainability of spinner shark populations, prompting some countries to implement catch limits and conservation measures.

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