Although expanding, Hawaii's commercial catch remains surprisingly small—36.4 million pounds, worth $62 million, in 1998. The most valuable commercial species are swordfish and bigeye tuna. There were 2,493 commercial fishing vessels in 1997. Sport fishing is extremely popular, with bass, bluegill, tuna, and marlin among the most sought-after varieties by the state's 6,693 sport fishing license holders in 1998.