Pollock

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Pollock

Also calledBoston bluefish

Pollachius virens

Typical size:30–80 cm, 1–4 kg

Lower jaw sticks out past the upper
Pale lateral line on a greenish-brown back
Forked tail; no chin barbel

Looks like: Cod has a chin barbel and a square tail; haddock has a black thumbprint.

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OK to keep

Check the Area rules and limits before keeping any

Must release

Undersized fish and any caught in a closed area or season

Best months

January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December

Fishing licences across Canada

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