Cardinal

epigonus telescopus

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Cardinal have white firm and moist flesh which flakes easily when cooked. Black cardinal are suitable for most cooking methods. Wild caught black cardinal from New Zealand are a deep water fish caught all year round. All Sealord black cardinal are from sustainable and well managed fisheries.

Formats

Dressed

Information sheets

Profile

Average length
40-70cm, 15.7-27.6 inch

 

Average weight
0.8-2.5 kg, 1.8-5.5 lbs

 

Availability
All year round

Catch Area

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