Haddock
Melanogrammus aeglefinus
Managed by: NOAA Fisheries
Regions
New England/Mid-Atlantic
Protected status
None
Also known as
Scrod
Seafood Profile
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Population
The Gulf of Maine and Georges Bank stocks are not overfished.
Fishing rate
Not subject to overfishing.
Bycatch
Regulations are in place to minimize bycatch.
Taste
Slightly sweet.
Texture
Firm yet tender. Its delicate flake is finer than that of cod.
Color
Raw haddock is white and becomes even whiter when cooked.
Health benefits
Haddock is a great source of low-fat protein, magnesium, and selenium.
Sources
Managed by: NOAA Fisheries
Image credit: NOAA Fisheries/Jack Hornady