White Hake
Urophycis tenuis
Managed by: NOAA Fisheries
Regions
New England/Mid-Atlantic
Protected status
None
Also known as
Mud hakeBoston hake
Seafood Profile
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Population
The stock is not overfished.
Fishing rate
Not subject to overfishing.
Bycatch
Regulations are in place to minimize bycatch.
Taste
White hake has a mild, almost sweettaste.
Texture
White hake has a soft, delicate texture that does not stand up well to freezing.
Health benefits
White hake is a lean source of protein.
Sources
Managed by: NOAA Fisheries
Image credit: NOAA Fisheries/Jack Hornady