Atlantic Pollock
Pollachius virens
Managed by: NOAA Fisheries
Regions
New England/Mid-Atlantic
Protected status
None
Also known as
SaitheCoalfishColeyGreen codBoston bluefish
Seafood Profile
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Population
The stock is not overfished.
Fishing rate
Not subject to overfishing.
Bycatch
Regulations are in place to minimize bycatch.
Taste
Sweet and delicate.
Texture
Firm.
Color
White.
Health benefits
Atlantic pollock is very low in saturated fat and is a very good source of protein, vitamin B12, phosphorus, and selenium.
Sources
Managed by: NOAA Fisheries
Image credit: NOAA Fisheries/Jack Hornady