Pacific Cod
Gadus macrocephalus
Managed by: NOAA Fisheries
Regions
AlaskaWest Coast
Protected status
None
Also known as
CodAlaska codGray codTrue cod
Seafood Profile
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NOAA FishWatch
Population
The Bering Sea and Gulf of Alaska stocks are not overfished. The Aleutian Islands and Pacific Coast stocks have not been assessed. Although these population levels are unknown, management measures are in place.
Fishing rate
Not subject to overfishing.
Bycatch
Measures restricting the type of gear fishermen may use and when and where they may fish reduce bycatch of other species in the U.S. Pacific cod fisheries.
Taste
Pacific cod is a mild-tasting fish.
Texture
Cooked Pacific cod is lean and flaky. Its moisture content is a bit higher than that of Atlantic cod, making the meat less firm.
Color
Raw Pacific cod is opaque and creamy white. Cooked cod is white.
Health benefits
Pacific cod is a good source of low-fat protein, phosphorus, niacin, and vitamin B12.
Sources
Managed by: NOAA Fisheries
Image credit: NOAA Fisheries/Jack Hornady