Species FishPollock

Pollock

Pollachius virens

CommonFish
Illustration of Pollock (Pollachius virens)

Pollock is a slender fish with a greenish back and a light belly, often used in processed foods like fish sticks and imitation crab. It is a key species in commercial fisheries.

Habitat
Deep waters of the North Atlantic.
Diet
Primarily feeds on small fish and zooplankton.
How common
Common

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