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CorvinavsCroaker

Fish · Same fish, two names

Corvina and Croaker are the same fish. Different languages, different markets, one species — so a recipe calling for one works exactly as written with the other.

The one fish

Corvina (whitemouth croaker) is a popular coastal fish across Latin America, known for its firm, white, mild flesh. It is highly versatile — used in ceviches across Peru and Mexico, grilled whole, and baked. The name corvina is used across Spain and Latin America, though it can refer to several related species. It is often confused with sea bass on menus and in markets.

Full guide to Corvina

What to ask for, by country

One species, one fishmonger’s counter at a time.

CountryCalled
🇺🇸United StatesCroaker
🇬🇧United KingdomCorvina
🇫🇷FranceCorvine
🇪🇸SpainCorvina
🇦🇷ArgentinaCorvina
🇲🇽MexicoCorvina
🇧🇷BrazilCorvina
🇮🇹ItalyOmbrina
🇩🇪GermanyUmberfisch

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