Pacific Ocean Perch
Sebastes alutus
Managed by: NOAA Fisheries
Regions
AlaskaWest Coast
Protected status
None
Also known as
POPRockfish
Seafood Profile
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Population
The stocks are not overfished.
Fishing rate
Not subject to overfishing.
Bycatch
Regulations are in place to minimize bycatch.
Taste
Delicate, nutty flavor.
Texture
Lean, fairly firm, with a fine flake.
Color
Whole fish should have shiny and bright skin. The raw flesh is white, but turns opaque white when cooked.
Health benefits
Low in saturated fat and very high in selenium, phosphorous, and vitamin B12.
Sources
Managed by: NOAA Fisheries
Image credit: NOAA Fisheries/Jack Hornady