Top Fish Species Exported from
Niger
Nile Perch
Catfish, salted or in brine
Tilapia
Mackerel smoked
Sauces derived or prepared from fish
Fishing Industry Profile
Artisanal fishing in Niger is typically a family venture.
The most common gear are drift nets, bottom
lines, landing nets, seines, butterfly nets, cone nets, and
harpoons. Fishing pirogues are typically not motorized.
Fish & Seafood Processing Industry:
Freshwater fish in Niger is usually purchased fresh. The
only large market for fish is found in Niamey.
The fishing season normally runs from February to July, with the
lowest productivity occurring from December to early February. An
overall decrease in the productivity of rivers has led to increased
usage of illegal gear and off-season fishing.
The fishing industry in Niger is threatened by desertification and
irrigation diversions which have reduced the flow of water in rivers
and streams. Lake Chad is also shrinking, thereby reducing fishing
capacity. Nile perch makes up 10% of captures and 30% of total
fishery value in Niger, although there are 98 other species that are
fished. Aquaculture has been supported by the government and could
benefit from additional assistance.
Fishery and Aquaculture Country Profile for Niger
- aquatic species caught by country or area, by species items, by
FAO major fishing areas, and year, for all commercial, industrial,
recreational and subsistence purposes. The harvest from mariculture,
aquaculture and other kinds of fish farming is also included.
