what is pollock fish

Pollock fish is a type of North Atlantic marine fish in the genus Pollachius. There are two species of pollock: Pollachius pollachius, which is referred to as pollock in North America, Ireland, and the United Kingdom, and Pollachius virens, which is usually known as saithe or coley in Great Britain and Ireland. Pollock is a "wild" fish that is not grown artificially on farms and is most common in the North Pacific Ocean, with largest concentrations in the eastern Bering Sea. It is a bottom-pelagic cold-loving fish of the cod family that feeds mainly on planktonic crustaceans and small fish. Pollock is a popular source of food in some countries, such as Norway, and can be found in most supermarkets as fresh fillets or prepared freezer items. It is regarded as a "low-mercury fish" and is rich in vitamin B12, phosphorus, selenium, and omega-3 fat. Pollock has a relatively fine texture and can be made in a variety of ways, including baking, grilling, and pan-frying.