Random fish generator
Draw from a short list of 12 US seafood species kept after NOAA retired the FishWatch API.
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- NOAA snapshot
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- 1–8
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Draw from a short list of 12 seafood species common in US fisheries and markets, such as Alaska pollock, Atlantic cod, and yellowfin tuna. Each result shows the common name, scientific name, habitat, and general range, with a search link to NOAA Fisheries.
How to use the random fish generator
- Set the How many slider to draw up to eight species.
- Type in Search, such as salmon, or leave it blank.
- Enter a Region, such as Atlantic, to narrow the draw.
- Click Generate, then follow the link to NOAA Fisheries for current guidance.
Why the list is short
NOAA retired the FishWatch API this tool originally used. What remains is a small local list of 12 species with names, habitat, and range. It has no stock status or sustainability ratings. For those, follow the link to NOAA Fisheries.
Frequently asked questions
Where does the fish information come from?
A short list kept on this site, based on species NOAA FishWatch covered. Check NOAA Fisheries for current details.
What can I search by?
Species name and region, or leave both fields empty for a fully random draw.
Does it show sustainability ratings?
No. Use NOAA Fisheries for current stock status.
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