Top Various Squids Not Elsewhere Included Fishing Countries

"Various squids not elsewhere included" refers to a group of squid species that do not fall under more commonly targeted commercial categories like Japanese flying squid or Argentine shortfin squid. These squids are important in global fisheries due to their rapid growth, high reproductive rates, and demand in both domestic and international markets. The fishing industry for these squids often utilizes jigging, trawling, and purse seine methods. Major countries harvesting these less-specific squid species include China, South Korea, Japan, Spain, and Peru. China is the leading harvester, with its distant-water fleets operating in the Pacific, Indian, and Atlantic Oceans. South Korea and Japan also have significant squid fisheries, both domestically and through distant-water operations. Spain, with its advanced fishing fleet, targets squid in the South Atlantic and Southwest Atlantic, while Peru’s artisanal and industrial fleets focus on the rich waters off the Peruvian coast. The catch is used for human consumption, bait, and processing into various products, reflecting the economic and culinary importance of these diverse squid species worldwide.

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