In 2023, the fresh common pelican-foot production in capture fisheries for human consumption in Italy stood at 3 Metric Tons. The forecast data from 2024 to 2028 indicates a declining trend: 3 Metric Tons in 2024, reducing to 2.2 Metric Tons by 2028. Year-on-year percentage variations show a decrease: -10% for 2025, -7.4% for 2026, -4% for 2027, and -8.3% for 2028. The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) over the forecasted period shows an average decline of approximately 6.1% annually.

Future trends to watch include:

Environmental factors impacting marine biodiversity, potentially affecting pelican-foot availability.
Regulatory changes in fisheries management and conservation policies.
Shifts in consumer preferences towards sustainable seafood choices.