The Striped Eyed Rockcod (Epinephelus diacanthus), also known as the Two-spot Rockcod or Spotted Grouper, is a demersal fish found in the Indo-West Pacific, particularly around coral reefs and rocky substrates. This species is prized for its firm, white flesh and is an important target for both commercial and artisanal fisheries. The top countries harvesting Striped Eyed Rockcod include India, Indonesia, Sri Lanka, and Thailand, where the species is caught using handlines, traps, and bottom trawls. In these countries, rockcods are a significant part of the local seafood market and export trade, especially to East Asian markets where groupers are highly valued. Sustainable management is increasingly important, as overfishing and habitat degradation have impacted local populations in some regions.
| Rank | Country | Metric Tons |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Australia | 3 |
Data from FAO. 2025. Global Capture Production. In: Fisheries and Aquaculture.