North Pacific Swordfish
Xiphias gladius
Managed by: NOAA Fisheries
Regions
Pacific IslandsWest Coast
Protected status
None
Also known as
Broadbill swordfishEspadaEmperadoA`uMekajikiShutome
Seafood Profile
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NOAA FishWatch
Population
The stocks are not overfished.
Fishing rate
The Western and Central North Pacific stock is not subject to overfishing. Reduced to end overfishing for the Eastern Pacific stock.
Bycatch
Regulations are in place to minimize bycatch.
Taste
Moist, flavorful, and slightly sweet.
Texture
Firm, with a moderately high oil content.
Color
When raw, the flesh varies from white and ivory to pink and orange. When cooked, swordfish meat turns beige.
Health benefits
Swordfish is an excellent source of selenium, niacin, vitamin B12, and zinc.
Sources
Managed by: NOAA Fisheries
Image credit: NOAA Fisheries/Jack Hornady