Atlantic Striped Bass
Morone saxatilis
Managed by: NOAA Fisheries
Regions
New England/Mid-AtlanticSoutheast
Protected status
None
Also known as
BassRockfishStriperLinesider
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
Both wild-caught and farmed striped bass have a slightly sweet flavor.
Texture
Firm, with large flakes.
Color
Light-colored meat.
Health benefits
Striped bass is a good source of low-fat protein and selenium. Consumption advisoriesfor striped bass vary from state to state.
Sources
Managed by: NOAA Fisheries
Image credit: NOAA Fisheries/Jack Hornady