Monkfish is generally available all year round. Monkfish can grow large, to over 12kg in size, with the head normally being over 50% of the total weight.

Is there a season for monkfish?

Monkfish spawn from February to October.

Where can I find monkfish?

Monkfish are found in the Northwest Atlantic Ocean from the Grand Banks and northern Gulf of St. Lawrence south to Cape Hatteras, North Carolina. They can tolerate a wide range of temperatures and depths, from inshore waters down to nearly 3,000 feet. Monkfish migrate seasonally to spawn and feed.