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Fish Species - TSV
Fish species are classifications of fish that are targeted for fishing or enjoyed as food. They are broadly divided into saltwater and freshwater fish, each with different ecologies and characteristics. Saltwater fish such as sea bream, yellowtail, and horse mackerel are known as premium ingredients, while freshwater fish like black bass and trout are popular targets for sport fishing. Each species has diverse characteristics including habitat, diet, fishing methods, and taste, playing an important role in Japanese food culture and recreation.
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code slug name description category edible habitat
01 madai Red Sea Bream A representative saltwater fish known as a premium species. saltwater true Rocky reef areas, sandy-muddy sea bottoms
02 buri Yellowtail Known as a 'promotion fish' whose name changes with growth stages. saltwater true Japanese coastal waters, migratory
03 aji Horse Mackerel A familiar saltwater fish used in various dishes. saltwater true Coastal waters, inner bays
04 ika Squid A mollusk that holds an important place on Japanese tables. saltwater true Coastal waters, open ocean
05 black-bass Black Bass A representative target fish for sport fishing. freshwater false Lakes, rivers, reservoirs
06 trout Trout A freshwater fish that prefers cold water, popular for fly fishing. freshwater true Clear streams, upper parts of lakes
07 hirame Olive Flounder A flat saltwater fish known as a premium species. saltwater true Sandy-muddy sea bottoms
08 suzuki Japanese Sea Bass A representative premium fish of early summer. saltwater true Inner bays, estuarine areas
09 kurodai Black Porgy Also called chinu, a representative target for rocky shore fishing. saltwater true Rocky reef areas, inner bays
10 tai Sea Bream An auspicious fish known as a celebratory fish. saltwater true Rocky reef areas, sandy-muddy bottoms
11 maguro Tuna The most famous fish in the world as sushi topping. saltwater true Open ocean, migratory
12 sake Salmon An anadromous fish cherished as a taste of autumn. anadromous true Ocean, rivers (spawning season)
13 ayu Ayu A representative freshwater fish of early summer famous for friend fishing. freshwater true Clear streams, rivers
14 unagi Eel A traditional food eaten on the Day of the Ox in midsummer. catadromous true Rivers, lakes, ocean (spawning season)
15 kawahagi Thread-sail Filefish A saltwater fish with tough skin and delicious liver. saltwater true Coastal waters, rocky reef areas