Tarakihi
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| Scientific Name: |
Nemadactylus macropterus. |
| Also known as: |
Ocean Bream (New Zealand), Morwong, Jackass Fish (Australia), Shimakurodai (Japan). |
| Characteristics: |
White flesh, medium to firm texture. Suited to all cooking methods. |
| Description: |
Deep bodies and laterally compressed. Colour varies from silvery with a blue-green sheen, to silvery black. Distinctive black shoulder band. Moderate scales. Average length is 30-40cm, average weight 1.8kg. |
| Main Season: |
Generally available all year round. |
