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Species Name
Stone Bass
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Latin Name
Polyprion Oxygeneios
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Origin
New Zealand
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Harvest Method
Hook & Line
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Range & Habitat
New Zealand & Australia
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Producer
Range & Habitat
Sweet, Buttery, Earthy
Red crawfish dominate most farms, especially in south Louisiana and in most places in the Atchafalaya Basin. White crawfish are slightly more plentiful on north Louisiana farms and in Mississippi River overflow swamps. Most crawfish are harvested between December and June, but March, April and May are the peak months in Louisiana.
Light, White, Flakey
Red Gurnard have a slim slightly tapering fillet. They are Portioning perfection. Red Gurnard have a beautiful ability to fit Tapas and Small Plate architecture. Red Gurnard have a unique sweetness and complexity that can only be found in Gurnards and Sea Robins. Red Gurnard have a very delicate cooked texture and a brilliant white color. This species is a favorite in Very Upscale French Restaurants.
Saute, Poach, Sear, Broil, Bouillabaise.
Mild on catch, gains strength a day or two later
This silver-skinned school fish can weigh from 3 to 10 lbs. The edible skin is usually left on the flesh, which ranges in color from white to silver-gray.