Pacific Wahoo
Acanthocybium solanderi
Managed by: NOAA Fisheries
Regions
Pacific IslandsWest Coast
Protected status
None
Also known as
KingfishPetoGuarapucuOnoThazard batardWahoo
Seafood Profile
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NOAA FishWatch
Population
The stock has not been assessed. Although the population level is unknown, management measures are in place.
Fishing rate
Overfishing status is unknown, but management measures are in place.
Bycatch
There is no directed fishery for Pacific wahoo. Regulations are in place to minimize bycatch in fisheries that incidentally catch this species.
Taste
Lean and mild.
Texture
Firm with a large, circular flake.
Color
Raw meat is pale pink. It turns white when cooked.
Health benefits
Wahoo is an excellent source of low-fat protein.
Sources