Atlantic Herring
Clupea harengus
Managed by: NOAA Fisheries
Regions
New England/Mid-AtlanticSoutheast
Protected status
None
Also known as
HerringSea herringSildCommon herringLabrador herringSardineSperling
Seafood Profile
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NOAA FishWatch
Population
The stock is overfished, but the fishing rate established under a rebuilding plan promotes population growth.
Fishing rate
Not subject to overfishing.
Bycatch
Regulations are in place to minimize bycatch.
Taste
Small fresh herring have a more delicate flavor, while larger herring have a fuller, oilier flavor.
Texture
The meat of fresh herring is soft.
Color
The meat of fresh herring is off-white.
Health benefits
Atlantic herring are a great source of omega-3s, vitamin B12, and iron.
Sources
Managed by: NOAA Fisheries
Image credit: NOAA Fisheries/Jack Hornady