KEY SPECIES
July 1st, 2008
BY KEITH NUTHALL
Key wild species in the sea waters of the Canadian Arctic are Greenland halibut (Reinhardtius hippoglossides); pink shrimp (Pandalus borealis); striped shrimp (Pandalus montagui); and for fresh water catches, Arctic Char (Salvelinus alpinus).
Greenland halibut (also called Greenland turbot) has dense, white flesh and a sweet, rich flavour. Markets include Japanese buyers who purchase whole fish for sushi and sashimi or to marinate and grill. Marinades work well with turbot because it absorbs the ingredients thoroughly. Its high fat content makes ...
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