Pollack (Lyr) can be distinguished from its cousin, the saithe, by its large, prominent lower jaw. It also has a dark, wavy lateral line, while the saithe has a pale, straight one. The species is pelagic at depths up to 200 metres. In Norway, the number of pollack varies along the South and West coasts. In general, pollack prefer warmer waters and only migrate out to deeper waters in the winter. Pollack are usually caught as a bycatch of cod fishing. Use Pollack is well-suited to making stuffing. It can also be poached and fried and is used in the same dishes as cod and haddock. Pollack can also benefit from marinating before cooking. Nutritional content Pollack is a good source of protein and is also rich in vitamin B12 and selenium. Selenium is a necessary element in many of the body´s chemical reactions, e.g. in the decomposition of the so-called free radicals. These radicals are potentially toxic to the cells and can be formed in the body by ingesting medication, alcohol, cigarette smoke, etc. Seafood from Norway. POLLACHIUS POLLACHIUS SEASON All year round SIZE Up to 130 cm