Saithe
Pollachius virens
Saithe, also known as coalfish or pollock, is a cold-water marine fish in the cod family. It has a dark olive-green to black back with silvery sides and is an important commercial and recreational species.
Saithe at a glance
- Scientific name
- Pollachius virens
- Typical size
- 24-36 inches, 8-20 lbs
- Water
- Saltwater
- Habitat
- Offshore
- Rarity in the Fishdex™
- Uncommon
Habitat
Saithe inhabit the North Atlantic Ocean, typically found in deeper waters along continental shelves and rocky areas. They form large schools and are targeted by anglers using jigging techniques, often while fishing for cod or other groundfish species.
Catch one and it is yours
Log a saithe through the Cobia Camera and this entry fills in with your photo, your personal best, and the exact conditions on the day. The app also carries the slot and season rules for wherever you are standing.
How the Fishdex™ worksSaithe questions people ask
Saithe is Pollachius virens.
A typical saithe runs 24-36 inches, 8-20 lbs. Cobia records the length and weight of every saithe you log and keeps your personal best on its Fishdex entry.
Saithe inhabit the North Atlantic Ocean, typically found in deeper waters along continental shelves and rocky areas. They form large schools and are targeted by anglers using jigging techniques, often while fishing for cod or other groundfish species. It is a salt water species, filed under offshore in the Fishdex.
Yes. Log one through the Cobia Camera and this entry fills in with your own photo, your personal best, and the conditions on the day you caught it. The app also carries the slot limits and season dates for wherever you are standing. It is free.
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