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Aquaculture
The cultivation of aquatic organisms (like fish or shellfish) in controlled environments, also known as fish farming.
Short Sell
A practice where a seller provides less than the stated weight of fish, often due to improper weighing or deception.
Fish Fillet
A boneless piece of fish meat that has been cut or sliced away from the spine and is ready for cooking or consumption.
Wild-Caught
Fisheries caught in their natural habitats, not raised in aquaculture or farm settings.
Whole Fish
Fish sold in its entirety, without alterations such as filleting, usually requiring cleaning and preparation by the buyer.
Sashimi-grade
Refers to seafood that is fresh enough to be safely eaten raw, following strict handling and processing standards.
Ice Display
A method of presenting seafood atop ice to maintain freshness and visual appeal at fish markets.
Ikejime
A Japanese technique of killing fish to maintain the quality of its meat, involving a swift spinal cord disruption.
Market Price
The current selling price of seafood at the fish market, subject to change based on availability, demand, and quality.
MSC Certification
Marine Stewardship Council certification indicating sustainable fishing practices and traceability of fish products.
Shellfish
Aquatic shelled animals like shrimp, crabs, and lobsters, often sold in fish markets separately from fish.
Traceability
The ability to trace the origin, handling, and movement of fish from catch to consumer to ensure quality and legality.
Sustainability
Refers to practices that maintain fish populations and marine ecosystems, ensuring long-term availability of seafood.
Catch of the Day
A term used at fish markets for the freshest fish available, often caught and brought to market the same day.
Freshness
Refers to how recently a fish was caught and how well it has been preserved for sale, affecting its quality and flavor.
Overfishing
Catching fish at a rate that is unsustainable, leading to depletion of fish stocks and negative ecosystem impacts.
Dry Land Fish
A common misnomer for morel mushrooms which resemble fish in texture and are sometimes sold in fish markets.
Bycatch
Non-target species caught unintentionally while fishing for specific fish, often leading to wasteful discarding.
Gutting
The process of removing the internal organs of fish before selling or cooking, to prevent spoilage and improve taste.
Fishmonger
A professional seller of fish and seafood, often knowledgeable about various aspects of the produce and its preparation.
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