Which fish are commercially harvested in the Caribbean Sea?

Commercially harvested fish in the Caribbean Sea include sardines, which are primarily sourced from the Yucatán region, and various species of tuna. Additionally, reef fishes are commonly utilized as local staples throughout the region.1

While the Caribbean supports diverse marine life, it is important to note that a large-scale commercial fishing industry has not developed in all areas, such as the waters near the Dominican Republic, due to the relative scarcity of marketable fish. Beyond finfish, the spiny lobster is a significant commercial resource harvested throughout the Caribbean for sale to restaurants and tourist hotels, and the queen conch serves as a local staple.21