Alaska Pollock

ocean fish · food source · North Pacific

A real cod fish. Alaska pollock is actually a member of the cod family, which makes it a close cousin to the famous Atlantic cod. It lives in the cold, deep waters of the North Pacific Ocean.

Feeds the world. More Alaska pollock is caught and eaten than almost any other fish species on Earth. It's in fish sticks, fish fillets, and even some imitation crab meat.

Medium-sized fish. Alaska pollock usually grows to about 2 to 3 feet long, though some can get bigger. They're perfect for fishing because there are tons of them in the ocean.

Loves cold water. These fish thrive in the icy waters around Alaska, Russia, and the northern parts of the Pacific. The cold ocean is their ideal home where they hunt for smaller fish and creatures.

A fishing superstar. Alaska pollock is one of the most valuable fish commercially caught in the world. Millions of tons are harvested every year to feed people across the globe.