Cod & Pollock

Atlantic Cod

Gadus morhua

One of the most historically important fish in North America. Atlantic Cod are found in cold waters from Cape Hatteras to Canada and are a staple of party boat fishing in New England. They are bottom feeders found near wrecks and rocky substrate. 'Scrod' refers to small cod.

3 boats

Haddock

Melanogrammus aeglefinus

A popular cold-water bottom fish found in the Gulf of Maine and Georges Bank. Haddock are closely related to cod but are identified by a dark lateral line and a distinctive dark spot above the pectoral fin. They are prized for their delicate, slightly sweet flavor.

Pollock

Pollachius virens

A cold-water species found throughout the Northeast Atlantic. Pollock are more active swimmers than cod and haddock and are often found higher in the water column near wrecks and structure. They provide good sport on light tackle and are excellent eating.

Red Hake

Urophycis chuss

A bottom-dwelling fish found in the Northeast Atlantic from the Chesapeake Bay to Canada. Red Hake are typically caught while bottom fishing for cod and haddock. They are good eating when prepared fresh.

1 boats

White Hake

Urophycis tenuis

A large hake species found in deeper waters of the Northeast Atlantic. White Hake can reach 50 pounds and are commonly caught on deep-water wrecks. They have soft, white flesh that is mild and pleasant when cooked fresh.