Scup
Stenotomus chrysops
Managed by: NOAA Fisheries
Regions
New England/Mid-AtlanticSoutheast
Protected status
None
Also known as
PorgyMaidenFair maidIronsidesNorthern porgy
Seafood Profile
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Population
The Atlantic coast stock is not overfished.
Fishing rate
The Atlantic coast stock is not subject to overfishing.
Bycatch
Regulations are in place to minimize bycatch.
Taste
Mild.
Texture
Scup have lean and flaky flesh, but also contain many bones, which makes them difficult to fillet. As a result, scup are generally sold and cooked whole, after they’ve been scaled and dressed.
Color
White.
Health benefits
Scup is a low-sodium, low-fat source of protein. It is high in niacin, phosphorus, vitamins B6 and B12, and selenium.
Sources
Managed by: NOAA Fisheries
Image credit: NOAA Fisheries/Jack Hornady