ike jime fish

Oberadachi

The Frostfish has skin like Chrome when alive.

Firm, Creamy, Moderate

Frostfish are targets for deep water night fishing. The Frostfish come to id-waters, from depths of 1-2 miles deep. They are caught off of the continental shelf of New Zealand. They are a long eel-like fish that are very rich in flavor.

Quick Facts

Commonly Known As:
Paara, Tiikati, Cutlass Fish

  • Species Name

    Frostfish

  • Latin Name

    Lepidopus caudatus

  • Origin

    New Zealand Continental Shelf

  • Harvest Method

    Ikijime

  • Range & Habitat

    New Zealand & Australia

  • Producer

Seasonality
Spring
Summer
Fall
Winter
Year Round

Range & Habitat

about the fishery

Leigh Fisheries

LEIGH FISHERIES- The Lee Fish brand is recognized around the world as a prime source for premium-quality chilled seafood. Leigh's boats fish only inside New Zealand's clear, pristine, regulated waters. 

FISHING VESSELS- In total, there are 53 independent boats fishing for Leigh Fisheries on a permanent basis. These vessels unload at 14 different ports throughout the North Island and comprise of the following:

- 12 Lobster (Crayfish) boats.
- 20 Long line (day) boats fishing for Snapper and various bi-catch.
- 6 Danish Purse Seiners fishing for Snapper and John Dory.
- 5 Long line boats fishing for Bluenose and Groper.
- 6 Surface long line Tuna boats fishing for Southern Bluefin Tuna and Swordfish
- 4 Gillnet boats fishing for Mullet and Flounder.

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