Black & Brown Cod

The two most common species of Cod are the Atlantic cod (Gadus morhua), which lives in the colder waters and deeper sea regions throughout the North Atlantic, and the Pacific cod (Gadus macrocephalus), found in both eastern and western regions of the northern Pacific. Atlantic Cod has an average length of 100 cm but can grow up to 200cm. It generally weighs maximum 96.0 kilograms and lives up to 25 years. Pacific Cod can grow up to 119 cm. It generally weighs maximum 22.7 kilograms and lives up to 18 years. Atlantic and Pacific Cod comes in many product forms including fresh and frozen fillets, frozen whole fish, breaded fillets or portions, smoked, dried, salted and canned products. Cod is a low fat flaky white meat fish that is a good source of protein, phosphorus, niacin, and Vitamin B-12. A 3 ounce cooked portion of cod has less than 90 calories and one gram of fat, and 15 to 20 grams of protein. Fresh Seasonal availability of Pacific cod is Jan to Dec and Atlantic cod is Jan to march and Dec. Sizes, Packing and Freezing method of products can vary to meet customer demands.