FishWatch

FishWatch API is a public REST service offering comprehensive species-level seafood information. Provided by NOAA, it delivers data about habitat, population, availability, taste, bycatch, and sustainability, supporting educational tools, conservation apps, or seafood science platforms.

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API Endpoints

Retrieves scientific and commercial data about fish species

Full URL

https://www.fishwatch.gov/api/species/species/{name}

Code Examples

curl -X GET 'https://www.fishwatch.gov/api/species/species/{name}'

Parameters

{
  "name": "atlantic-cod"
}

Example Response

{
  "name": "Atlantic Cod",
  "Habitat": "Ocean",
  "Harvest": "Wild",
  "Sustainability": "Eco-Certified",
  "Scientific Name": "Gadus morhua"
}

Version

v1
Tags
fishingsustainability
Technical Details
Authentication
None
Response Formats
JSON
Availability
US
Status
Published
Rate Limits

Unknown

Supported Languages
English
Use Cases
eco-apps
fishing industry tools
https://www.fishwatch.gov/api/species