
Alopias vulpinus
Also Known As
Thresher shark, Fox shark, Sea fox, Swingletail, Whiptail shark, Thintail shark
U.S. wild-caught Atlantic common thresher shark is a smart seafood choice because it is sustainably managed and responsibly harvested under U.S. regulations.
Facts
Availability |
Year-round. |
Source |
U.S. wild-caught from New York to North Carolina. |
Taste |
Mild flavor. |
Texture |
Firm and dense. |
Color |
Raw meat is white to tan with a pink blood line. |
Health Benefits |
Shark is high in protein and low in fat. It is a good source of niacin, vitamins B6 and B12, phosphorus, and selenium. More information on health and seafood. |
Health & Nutrition
Nutrition facts |
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Serving weight | 100 g (raw) |
Amount per serving | |
Calories | 130 |
Protein | 20.98 g |
Fat, total | 4.51 g |
Saturated fatty acids, total | 0.925 g |
Carbohydrate | 0 g |
Sugars, total | 0 g |
Fiber, total dietary | 0 g |
Cholesterol | 51 mg |
Selenium | 36.5 mcg |
Sodium | 79 mg |