Falling to a series low
Oceania Fish & Seafood Production per Capita moved from 23.60 Kilogram in 2015 to 21.07 Kilogram in 2023 (−10.7%), an average of −1.4% a year. The series high was 24.27 Kilogram in 2016 and the low 21.07 Kilogram in 2023.
What Oceania Fish & Seafood Production per Capita shows
Oceania Fish & Seafood Production per Capita was 21.07 Kilogram in 2023, down 1.1% on 2022. Oceania fish and seafood production per Capita from 2015 to 2023 highlights the region’s marine resources, fisheries activities, and contribution to seafood availability within the food and beverages sector. With vast ocean territories, extensive coastlines, and diverse marine ecosystems, Oceania has favorable conditions for commercial fishing, aquaculture development, and seafood production.
A 13.2% peak-to-trough swing
The gap between the series high (2016) and low (2023) is 3.20 Kilogram. The sharpest single-year move was −5.3% in 2019.
Australia leads the region
Within Oceania, Australia has the highest value in 2023 at 24.24 Kilogram.
Country ranking
Fish & Seafood Production per Capita by country, 2023
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| Rank↕ | Country↕ | Share of top | Kilogram↕ | vs 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Australia | 24.24 | −0.9% |
By region
Fish & Seafood Production per Capita by region
Kilogram, 2023. Each bar is that region's total.
Full series
Oceania Fish & Seafood Production per Capita by year
Complete annual series with year-on-year change. Values are reported in Kilogram.
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| Year | Kilogram | Change vs prior year |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 Trough | 21.07 | −1.1% |
| 2022 | 21.31 | −1.1% |
| 2021 | 21.55 | −1.5% |
| 2020 | 21.89 | −4.5% |
| 2019 | 22.92 | −5.3% |
| 2018 | 24.21 | +1.2% |
| 2017 | 23.94 | −1.4% |
| 2016Peak | 24.27 | +2.9% |
| 2015 | 23.60 | — |
Data definition
Inclusions and exclusions
Fish & Seafood Production per Capita — Fish and seafood availability per capita refers to the estimated amount of fish and seafood available for consumption by an average person in a country during a year, measured in kilograms per person per year. The indicator represents food availability based on national food supply calculations, including domestic production, imports, exports, and changes in stocks. In Our World in Data, this metric is presented as a country-level time series, allowing comparison of fish and seafood availability trends across different years. The data is measured in kilograms per person per year and reflects the quantity of fish and seafood available within the food system rather than actual individual consumption.
The data includes fish and seafood products available for human consumption, covering a broad range of aquatic food categories such as marine fish, freshwater fish, crustaceans, mollusks, and other seafood products. The indicator incorporates supply-side factors including domestic fisheries production, aquaculture output, imports, exports, and stock adjustments to estimate annual food availability. The dataset is compiled from international food balance statistics and provides country-wise estimates for the selected time period. Values are calculated on a per capita basis by dividing total available fish and seafood supply by the population of each country.
The data does not represent actual individual consumption, dietary intake, or household-level seafood purchasing behavior. It does not measure nutritional quality, protein content, food waste, or differences in consumption patterns among population groups. The indicator excludes non-food uses of fish and seafood products, such as industrial applications, animal feed, and other commercial uses. It also does not directly measure fisheries sustainability, environmental impacts, or the economic value of the seafood industry. Differences may occur due to variations in statistical reporting methods, population estimates, trade data accuracy, and food supply accounting systems used across countries.
About this indicator
Fish & Seafood Production per Capita — Fish and seafood availability per capita refers to the estimated amount of fish and seafood available for consumption by an average person in a country during a year, measured in kilograms per person per year. The indicator represents food availability based on national food supply calculations, including domestic production, imports, exports, and changes in stocks. In Our World in Data, this metric is presented as a country-level time series, allowing comparison of fish and seafood availability trends across different years. The data is measured in kilograms per person per year and reflects the quantity of fish and seafood available within the food system rather than actual individual consumption.
Fish and seafood availability showed a gradual decline during the period, decreasing from 23.60 kilograms per person in 2015 to 21.07 kilograms in 2023, reflecting changes in regional supply patterns and production conditions.
Between 2015 and 2018, Oceania experienced moderate growth in fish and seafood availability, increasing from 23.60 kilograms to 24.21 kilograms per capita. This improvement was supported by strong fisheries infrastructure, marine resource utilization, aquaculture activities, and well-established seafood trade networks. Australia, as the leading seafood producer in the region, maintained high availability levels due to its extensive marine resources and developed fisheries industry.
From 2019 to 2023, regional fish and seafood availability showed a downward trend. The level decreased from 22.92 kilograms in 2019 to 21.89 kilograms in 2020 and continued declining to 21.55 kilograms in 2021. Availability further reduced to 21.31 kilograms in 2022 and 21.07 kilograms in 2023. These changes were influenced by variations in fishing activities, aquaculture output, environmental conditions, market demand, and seafood supply chain dynamics.
Oceania’s fish and seafood industry includes marine capture fisheries, aquaculture farming, seafood processing, and export-oriented production. Key seafood products include salmon, tuna, prawns, lobster, abalone, and various marine fish species. The sector plays an important role in regional food supply, employment generation, coastal community development, and international seafood trade.
Overall, the 2015–2023 trend indicates a moderate decline in fish and seafood availability across Oceania while maintaining a strong seafood production base. Sustainable fisheries management, aquaculture innovation, and efficient resource utilization will remain essential for ensuring long-term seafood availability and industry growth.
- Indicator
- Fish & Seafood Production per Capita
- Region
- Oceania
- Unit
- Kilogram
- Coverage
- 2015–2023, annual
- Category
- Retail & Consumer
- Last updated
- August 2026
- Source
- Our World in Data
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Frequently asked questions
What is Oceania Fish & Seafood Production per Capita?
Fish and seafood availability per capita refers to the estimated amount of fish and seafood available for consumption by an average person in a country during a year, measured in kilograms per person per year. The indicator represents food availability based on national food supply calculations, including domestic production, imports, exports, and changes in stocks. In Our World in Data, this metric is presented as a country-level time series, allowing comparison of fish and seafood availability trends across different years. The data is measured in kilograms per person per year and reflects the quantity of fish and seafood available within the food system rather than actual individual consumption.
What was Oceania Fish & Seafood Production per Capita in 2023?
Oceania Fish & Seafood Production per Capita was 21.07 Kilogram in 2023, down 1.1% on 2022.
How has Oceania Fish & Seafood Production per Capita changed between 2015 and 2023?
Oceania Fish & Seafood Production per Capita moved from 23.60 Kilogram in 2015 to 21.07 Kilogram in 2023 (−10.7%), an average of −1.4% a year. The series high was 24.27 Kilogram in 2016 and the low 21.07 Kilogram in 2023.
Which year had the highest and lowest Oceania Fish & Seafood Production per Capita?
The highest value was 24.27 Kilogram in 2016 and the lowest was 21.07 Kilogram in 2023.
What does the Oceania Fish & Seafood Production per Capita data include and exclude?
Included: The data includes fish and seafood products available for human consumption, covering a broad range of aquatic food categories such as marine fish, freshwater fish, crustaceans, mollusks, and other seafood products. The indicator incorporates supply-side factors including domestic fisheries production, aquaculture output, imports, exports, and stock adjustments to estimate annual food availability. The dataset is compiled from international food balance statistics and provides country-wise estimates for the selected time period. Values are calculated on a per capita basis by dividing total available fish and seafood supply by the population of each country. Excluded: The data does not represent actual individual consumption, dietary intake, or household-level seafood purchasing behavior. It does not measure nutritional quality, protein content, food waste, or differences in consumption patterns among population groups. The indicator excludes non-food uses of fish and seafood products, such as industrial applications, animal feed, and other commercial uses. It also does not directly measure fisheries sustainability, environmental impacts, or the economic value of the seafood industry. Differences may occur due to variations in statistical reporting methods, population estimates, trade data accuracy, and food supply accounting systems used across countries.
Where does the Oceania Fish & Seafood Production per Capita data come from?
The series is sourced from Our World in Data (https://ourworldindata.org/explorers/global-food?tab=table&time=2015..2023&country=USA~DEU~FRA~GBR~BRA~ZAF%3BhideControls&Food=Fish+and+seafood&Metric=Food+available+for+consumption&Per+capita=true&Unit=Kilograms+per+year). It covers 2015–2023 and is reported in Kilogram.
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