POLLOCK 

 

Common names:  Pollock, boston bluefish

Description:  Pollock are olive green or black to brown above and a silver belly.  Pollock are deep, plump bodied fish and a forked tail fin. Pollock average between 4 and 15 pounds in weight, although large ones can weigh to 35 pounds.

Where found:  inshore and offshore

Similar species:  cod, haddock

Remarks:  Pollock are considered the most active members of the Cod family.  When hooked, they make strong, powerful runs, thus making them fun to catch on light tackle.  Baits include shrimp, herring, squid, clams and sea worms.   Fishing methods such as jigging and baitfishing work well with pollock. Their meat is of good quality, but not as good as cod or haddock.