seafood

Baquetta

Comparable to east coast Grouper with a firmer texture.

Moderate, Firm, Flaky, Clean

Baquetta is a great option in the Grouper realm. Flavorful and sweet with a great tooth to the cooked flesh. Deep red lines in the white to pink fillet offer a complexity of flavor without tasting bitter or "off". Baquetta can grow large and offer "baseball" cuts, or 3-5 lb fish can yield a beautiful plank.

Quick Facts

Commonly Known As:
Pink Baquetta, Brown Baquetta, Gulf Coney, Rooster Hind

  • Species Name

    Grouper

  • Latin Name

    Epinephelus acanthistius

  • Origin

    Sea of Cortez

  • Harvest Method

    Hook & Line

  • Range & Habitat

    Southern California & Mexico

  • Producer

    Baja Peninsula Fleet

Seasonality
Spring
Summer
Fall
Winter
Year Round

Range & Habitat

about the fishery

Baja Peninsula Fleet

From small fishing villages along the northern part of the Baja Peninsula, Day Boat Fishermen set out in small Wooden Pangas for a day of hand lining and scallop diving. The honor of tradition and familial unity are drivers in this amazing Day Boat program. 

Fishermen - The Quintero Family, Ortega Cruz, Elmar King, Paisa Ocegueda

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