The importance of international markets as a source of live, ornamental “fish” supply is growing due
to more stringent wild-harvest regulations in Florida. In addition, foreign markets are increasing in
importance as a source of demand for Florida purveyors of live, ornamental “fish”. Florida plays an
important role in this growing international market. Trends in imports and exports of live,
ornamental “fish” are described for two primary data sets: U.S. Customs and U.S. Fish and Wildlife
Service. These trends are described primarily for the 1994-98 period for Florida and the United
States. Florida imports and exports are described for the two major ports: Miami and Tampa. The
most important trading countries are also described. This information will help Florida purveyors of
live, ornamental “fish” better understand the international markets upon which they have become
more dependent. (PDF has 18 pages
