List of types of seafood

Seafood is a term that encompasses a wide range of food items sourced from the ocean and other bodies of water. This includes various species of fish, shellfish, mollusks, and crustaceans. The following is a list of types of seafood, categorized by type.

Fish

Fish are a diverse group of aquatic animals, many of which are consumed as food. They are a rich source of protein, omega-3 fatty acids, and vitamin D.

• Salmon - A popular fish known for its pink flesh and high omega-3 content.
• Tuna - A large, fast-swimming fish that is often used in canned products.
• Cod - A white-fleshed fish often used in fish and chips.

Shellfish

Shellfish is a colloquial term for exoskeleton-bearing aquatic invertebrates used as food.

• Lobster - A large marine crustacean known for its sweet, succulent meat.
• Crab - Crustaceans with a thick exoskeleton and a single pair of claws.
• Shrimp - Small, widespread crustaceans often used in a variety of dishes.

Mollusks

Mollusks are a group of invertebrates that includes squids, octopuses, and bivalves.

• Squid - A cephalopod mollusk that is often consumed fried, as calamari.
• Octopus - Another cephalopod mollusk, known for its intelligence and unique flavor.
• Clam - A type of bivalve mollusk often used in chowders and pasta dishes.

Crustaceans

Crustaceans are a large, diverse group of arthropods that includes crabs, lobsters, and shrimp.

• Crayfish - Freshwater crustaceans resembling small lobsters.
• Prawn - Large, shrimp-like crustaceans often used in seafood dishes.

See also

• Sustainable seafood
• Seafood dishes
• Seafood restaurants

This is a non-exhaustive food and drink related list.

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