| Market Names |
Hybrid Striped Bass, Bass |
| Where Caught |
United States |
| How Caught |
Aquacultured |
Striped Bass - Hybrid
Hybrid Striped Bass is a cross of White Bass (Morone chrysops) and Striped Bass (Morone saxatilis). The species was established in 1967 and became commercially farmed in the 1980s after the populations of Wild Striped Bass collapsed. Hybrid Striped Bass is farmed in freshwater across the United States and has become an important U.S. aquaculture product.
Our Colorado Catch Hybrid Striped Bass is naturally raised from fingerlings to 2-3 pound market fish in pure artesian waters flowing from Colorado's San Luis Valley. This firm yet flaky and moist textured fish is farmed in Alamosa by a family-owned company, Colorado Catch. The company produces 350,000 pounds of the bass each year without the use of antibiotics or growth hormones. Colorado Catch's unique geothermal resources and circular tank system have enabled them to increase growth rates, eliminate off-flavors and sustain yields for year-round production. Seattle Fish Company of New Mexico is proud to distribute these gems from Colorado to some of the most discerning restaurants and retail markets in New Mexico and West Texas.
Hybrid Striped Bass grows quickly. Although similar in appearance to Striped Bass, Hybrid Striped Bass has a rounder body and broken strips on its side. Hybrid Striped Bass must be bred artificially as it is born sterile. The Monterey Bay Aquarium Seafood WATCH® rates Hybrid Striped Bass a “Best Choice” as the “farms in the U.S. are well-managed” and low-risk.
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Species NameMorone chrysops x. M. saxatilis |
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SourceHybrid Striped Bass is grown in many of the U.S. states, including California, Texas, North Carolina, and Colorado. |
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SeasonalityHybrid Striped Bass is available year-round. |
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Fishing MethodHybrid Striped Bass is farm-raised, although some is stocked in freshwater for recreational fishing. |
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FlavorHybrid Striped Bass has a mild, delicate, slightly sweet flavor and moderately firm but flaky texture. It appeals to a wider range than the more pronounced flavor of wild Striped Bass. |
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Dietary InformationHybrid Striped Bass is low in calories, fat and cholesterol while being high in protein. Per 100g raw edible portion: Source: USDA |
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AppearanceHybrid Striped Bass looks similar to Striped Bass, differing with a rounder body and broken strips. The raw meat is translucent white with a pinkish cast. It turns opaque white when cooked. |
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FormFresh Hybrid Striped Bass is most typically shipped whole round. Seattle Fish Company of New Mexico custom processes these beautiful fish into skin-on and skinless fillet and portions to meet your requirements. |
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PreparationHybrid Striped Bass can be stuffed and baked, grilled, broiled, baked and sautéed. |
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SubstitutionWild Striped Bass and Black Sea Bass both adapt well and may be substituted for recipes calling for Hybrid Striped Bass. |
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HandlingHybrid Striped Bass should be refrigerated at 30-34 degrees F. Whole fish should be surrounded with fresh ice in a perforated pan which allows any water to drain away from the product for maximum shelf life. Never directly ice a Hybrid Striped Bass fillet. Filleted product should be stored in a sealed plastic container and surrounded with ice. |
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Sizes and CutsFresh Hybrid Striped Bass is sold whole round and graded: |
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Pricing ScaleFarm raised Hybrid Striped Bass has been consistently priced and anticipated to be so in the foreseeable future. However, even farm raised species experience market change so please contact your Seattle Fish Company of New Mexico associate for up-to-date market information, availability and current pricing information. |
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Shelf LifeWhole Hybrid Striped Bass which has been handled and stored properly should retain optimum quality for 6-7 days. Once filleted, product should be used within 4 days. Currently there is no commercially available frozen Hybrid Striped Bass as all production is absorbed in the fresh market. |