Yellowtail Rockfish
Sebastes flavidus
Managed by: NOAA Fisheries
Regions
AlaskaWest Coast
Protected status
None
Also known as
Yellowtail rockfishGreenieYellow sea perchRock CodPacific Snapper
Seafood Profile
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Population
The Northern Pacific Coast stock is not overfished.
Fishing rate
Not subject to overfishing.
Bycatch
Regulations are in place to minimize bycatch of overfished and protected species.
Taste
Very mild, slightly sweet flavor.
Texture
Very lean with medium to firm texture and medium sized flakes.
Color
Meat is glistening bright white with a pinkish sheen.
Health benefits
Rockfish are high in selenium.
Sources
Managed by: NOAA Fisheries
Image credit: NOAA Fisheries/Jack Hornady