Fishmonger

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Expert Fish Knowledge. Fishmongers are specially trained to pick out the freshest fish by looking at their eyes, gills, and skin. They know exactly which fish are in season and taste best at different times of year.

Serious Knife Skills. Fishmongers learn how to gut, bone, and fillet fish with incredible precision. These techniques help remove all the parts you don't eat and prepare the fish exactly how customers want it.

Wholesale and Retail. Some fishmongers sell large amounts of fish to restaurants and other businesses, while others run small shops where regular people buy fish for dinner. Both jobs require keeping the fish fresh and clean.

Keeping Fish Fresh. Fishmongers are experts at displaying and storing fish on ice to keep it cold and safe to eat. They understand exactly how to handle seafood so it stays delicious and doesn't spoil.

Disappearing Trade. In many countries, supermarkets with their own fish counters are taking over the job of selling fish. Traditional fishmongers in separate fish markets are becoming less common as shopping habits change.