Pacific Moonfish

More information
  • Commercial Name: Red Tilapia Scientific
  • Name: Selene peruviana
  • Origin: Certified aquaculture farms in
    Ecuador
  • Color: Pink to orange flesh with natural sheen. Turns white or beige when cooked
  • Texture: Firm, slightly oily, with a meaty
    and consistent texture.
  • Flavor: Mild, delicate, slightly sweet flavor. Very versatile for raw or cooked dishes.

The Pacific Moonfish, also known as Opah or «Carita,» is a high-quality fish sourced from the nutrient-rich waters of the Ecuadorian Pacific. With its firm texture and mild flavor, it is ideal for both raw and cooked preparations. Its flesh ranges in color from deep pink to vibrant orange, offering an eye-catching presentation. Thanks to sustainable fishing practices and strict regulations in Ecuador, this fish is exported under high quality standards, making it perfect for sashimi, sushi, fillets, and other gourmet dishes.

Whole Round

  • The moofish is sold whole, unprocessed, with the head, skin, and scales intact (i.e., without being gutted).

    Freezing

    • Block Frozen

      Average Weight

      • 80 – 100 grs
      • 100 – 150 grs
      • 150 – 200 grs
      • 200 – 300 grs
      • 300 – 400 grs up.

        Certifications

        Our entire production processes are standarizd under the parameters of:

        These certificates were implemented to guarantee the whole traceability of the product since the beginning of the breeding, through the
        processing, freezing, and packaging processes, until it ships to international ports.

        We are accredited by

        Markets we export to

        Usa

        South Korea

        Spain