The Spotted Moray (Gymnothorax moringa) is a distinctive eel species recognized by its elongated body adorned with dark spots on a pale background, inhabiting coral reefs and rocky shorelines throughout the western Atlantic, including the Caribbean Sea and the Gulf of Mexico. While not a primary target for large-scale commercial fisheries due to its relatively modest size and sometimes ciguatoxic flesh, the Spotted Moray is occasionally harvested for local consumption and the aquarium trade. The top countries involved in the fishing and export of Spotted Morays include the Bahamas, Cuba, Jamaica, and other Caribbean nations, where artisanal fishers may catch them incidentally in traps or by hand. In these regions, the species contributes modestly to local economies and is sometimes featured in local cuisine, though its commercial significance remains limited compared to more sought-after reef fish.
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Data from FAO. 2025. Global Capture Production. In: Fisheries and Aquaculture.