Did you know that?

The tomcod, commonly called channel fish, is actually a member of the cod family.

Overfished cod is now endangered.  Lovers of this fish should know that the taste of tomcod is very similar to cod and eaten fresh, it is a delight for the palate.  In addition, you will find a significant source of Omegas.

Don’t wonder why the people of Ste-Anne-de-la-Pérade are so alert and healthy… It’s because of the small channel fish they eat during the winter.

Jokes aside, the people of Ste-Anne-de-la-Pérade are no more or less alert than people in other villages and towns but we can take full advantage of this abundance during the winter.  It is up to you to do the same.

In my previous blog, I was telling you about a study conducted by biologists Mrs. Émilie Paquin, Mr. Philippe Brodeur and Mr. Yves Mailhot, a retired biologist who has always had at heart the little fish of the channels, being himself a native of Ste-Anne-de-la-Pérade.  This study consists of measuring the contribution of the Ste-Anne River spawning grounds.  During eight weeks, samples of tomcod are collected and will be analyzed by biologists.  Some must be females that have not yet spawned and others that have spawned.  The same for males, respecting the quantities requested.  The harvest began in the week of December 20, a little before the official opening of the small fish fishery in the channels, which is planned every year for December 26. 

We will wait for the results of this research to find out the involvement of our beautiful river in the spawning of our tomcod.