New Zealand Cockles
One of the best Clams in dining. The meats are large & succulent, with a fresh briny flavor that works with dishes from the Mediterranean to the Orient.
Creamy, Firm, Complex, Robust
Quick Facts
Commonly Known As:
New Zealand Little Neck Clam
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Species Name
Cockles
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Latin Name
Austrovenus stutchburyi
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Harvest Method
Hand Cultivated
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Range & Habitat
New Zealand & Australia
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Producer
Range & Habitat
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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