In 2023, France led the European production of Small-spotted Catshark in capture fisheries for human consumption with 2.73 thousand metric tons, despite experiencing a decline of 5.51%. The UK followed with 2.2 thousand metric tons, marking a growth of 3.7%. Spain showed the highest growth rate of 7.75%, amounting to 1.22 thousand metric tons. Belgium, Netherlands, and Italy had smaller productions but notable growth or declines, with Italy decreasing by 16.56%. Denmark, Malta, and Croatia had negligible production. Overall, Spain and the UK demonstrated positive trends, while French and Italian outputs decreased.
Future trends to watch include:
- The potential rise of Spain as a more significant player due to its growth rate.
- Continued monitoring of France’s declining trend and possible stabilization strategies.
- The impact of changing fishing regulations and sustainability practices on production.
Top countries in Total Small-spotted Catshark Production in Capture Fisheries for Human Consumption by Country
| # | 9 Countries | Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 2,730 | 2023 | -5.47% | -5.51% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United Kingdom | 2,200 | 2023 | +4.43% | +3.7% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 1,220 | 2023 | +3.38% | +7.75% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Belgium | 426.6 | 2023 | -0.26% | +0.75% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Netherlands | 257.81 | 2023 | -6.56% | +6.66% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Italy | 139 | 2023 | +16.61% | -16.56% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Denmark | 1.7 | 2023 | +13.33% | View data | |
| 8 | 8 Malta | 0.92 | 2022 | -46% | View data | |
| 9 | 9 Croatia | 0.32 | 2023 | +61.65% | View data |
