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Aquaculture

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The cultivation of aquatic organisms (like fish or shellfish) in controlled environments, also known as fish farming.

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Short Sell

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A practice where a seller provides less than the stated weight of fish, often due to improper weighing or deception.

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Fish Fillet

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A boneless piece of fish meat that has been cut or sliced away from the spine and is ready for cooking or consumption.

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Wild-Caught

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Fisheries caught in their natural habitats, not raised in aquaculture or farm settings.

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Whole Fish

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Fish sold in its entirety, without alterations such as filleting, usually requiring cleaning and preparation by the buyer.

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Sashimi-grade

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Refers to seafood that is fresh enough to be safely eaten raw, following strict handling and processing standards.

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Ice Display

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A method of presenting seafood atop ice to maintain freshness and visual appeal at fish markets.

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Ikejime

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A Japanese technique of killing fish to maintain the quality of its meat, involving a swift spinal cord disruption.

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Market Price

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The current selling price of seafood at the fish market, subject to change based on availability, demand, and quality.

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MSC Certification

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Marine Stewardship Council certification indicating sustainable fishing practices and traceability of fish products.

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Shellfish

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Aquatic shelled animals like shrimp, crabs, and lobsters, often sold in fish markets separately from fish.

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Traceability

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The ability to trace the origin, handling, and movement of fish from catch to consumer to ensure quality and legality.

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Sustainability

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Refers to practices that maintain fish populations and marine ecosystems, ensuring long-term availability of seafood.

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Catch of the Day

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A term used at fish markets for the freshest fish available, often caught and brought to market the same day.

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Freshness

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Refers to how recently a fish was caught and how well it has been preserved for sale, affecting its quality and flavor.

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Overfishing

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Catching fish at a rate that is unsustainable, leading to depletion of fish stocks and negative ecosystem impacts.

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Dry Land Fish

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A common misnomer for morel mushrooms which resemble fish in texture and are sometimes sold in fish markets.

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Bycatch

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Non-target species caught unintentionally while fishing for specific fish, often leading to wasteful discarding.

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Gutting

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The process of removing the internal organs of fish before selling or cooking, to prevent spoilage and improve taste.

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Fishmonger

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A professional seller of fish and seafood, often knowledgeable about various aspects of the produce and its preparation.

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