Top Vermilion Snapper Fishing Countries

The Vermilion Snapper (*Rhomboplites aurorubens*) is a vibrant, reddish-pink fish found primarily in the western Atlantic Ocean, including the Gulf of Mexico and the Caribbean Sea. Known for its mild, flaky flesh, it is highly valued in commercial and recreational fisheries. The top countries harvesting Vermilion Snapper are the United States, particularly from the Gulf of Mexico and southeastern Atlantic coast, Mexico, and several Caribbean nations such as Cuba and the Dominican Republic. In these regions, the fishing industry targets Vermilion Snapper using hook-and-line, traps, and bottom longlines, contributing significantly to local economies. The United States, especially, has well-developed management measures to ensure sustainable harvests, while other countries are increasingly adopting similar practices to protect this important species.

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