In king and snow crab, the largest segment of the walking legs.

Frozen seafood that has been slacked out, or thawed, for sale in that state. Must be clearly identified as “previously frozen” product to distinguish it from fresh.

In king and snow crab, that segment of the walking leg located at the distal end of the merus.

The amount of meat that can be recovered from a particular fish or shellfish; usually expressed as a percent.

Merluccius productus.

Fish or shellfish growing without human aid or care. Wild fish that feed on the ocean’s natural abundance have a superior meat flavor. Many farmed fish, such as salmon, trout, and shrimp, are wholly or partly carnivorous oftentimes being fed a diet high in fishmeal and oil altering the meat's flavor.

Wax-coated cardboard used for shipping fish packed on ice.

Refers to the underside or belly of the fish.

The soft internal organs of the body, especially those contained in the abdominal and thoracic cavity.

Individual portions that have been sealed in an airtight plastic package to preserve freshness.