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Cyclopterus lumpus |
July: Spawning is in full swing, the fish feeds actively and lays eggs.
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15 August, 2023
Safe when handled. Used in traditional cuisine of northern coastal regions. Lumpfish roe is valued in some countries.
Inhabits cold coastal waters of the North Atlantic. Has a suction disc on the belly to attach to rocks.
Hook and net fishing in coastal waters Using live bait and artificial lures Fishing from boat and shore during spawning season
Active in spring during spawning. Commonly found on rocky areas.
13 July 2025 Good bite
14 July 2025 The average bite
15 July 2025 The average bite
16 July 2025 Great bite
17 July 2025 Good bite
18 July 2025 Good bite
19 July 2025 Good bite
14 July 2025 The average bite
15 July 2025 The average bite
16 July 2025 Great bite
17 July 2025 Good bite
18 July 2025 Good bite
19 July 2025 Good bite
Handle carefully due to spines on the body. Meat is firm, white, with a mild seafood flavor. Consumed as food in some regions.
Fillet: Frying, baking
Whole fish: Boiling, stewing
Whole fish: Boiling, stewing
Fried lumpfish with herbs (Frying)
Fry fillet with lemon and garlic
Fry fillet with lemon and garlic
1. Season fillet with salt and pepper.
2. Fry until golden brown.
2. Fry until golden brown.
Lumpfish fish soup (Ukha) (Boiling)
Light flavor with marine notes
Light flavor with marine notes
1. Boil fish with vegetables and spices for 30 minutes.
2. Add herbs before serving.
2. Add herbs before serving.