Fisheries
Most valuable species
Maine's most valuable commercial fisheries species by ex-vessel value (NOAA Fisheries).
American Lobster leads, at $538.3M (2024).
| Most valuable species | Value |
|---|---|
| American Lobster | $538.3M |
| Soft Clam | $15.6M |
| Eastern Oyster | $15.6M |
| American Eel | $12.2M |
| Sea Scallop | $9.9M |
| Menhadens | $6.1M |
| Atlantic Herring | $5.8M |
| Sea Mussel | $5.6M |
Latest: . Source: NOAA Fisheries (FOSS). Figures update as the source refreshes.
- Source
- NOAA Fisheries (FOSS)
- Geography
- Maine
- Access
- Free & public
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