Wreckfish
Polyprion americanus
Managed by: NOAA Fisheries
Regions
New England/Mid-AtlanticSoutheast
Protected status
None
Also known as
Sea bassStone bass
Seafood Profile
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NOAA FishWatch
Population
The stock is not overfished.
Fishing rate
Not subject to overfishing.
Bycatch
Bycatch is low because fishermen use a very selective method—bottom hook-and-line gear with hydraulic reels—to catch wreckfish.
Taste
Wreckfish has a mild but distinct flavor similar to grouper.
Texture
The meat is firm and has a large flake. Its texture and consistency are similar to swordfish.
Color
White when raw and cooked.
Health benefits
Wreckfish is a low-fat, high-protein source of B vitamins and minerals, including selenium.
Sources
Managed by: NOAA Fisheries
Image credit: NOAA Fisheries/Jack Hornady