In article >, Musashi wrote:
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> "Red Snapper" > wrote in message
> du...
>> http://www.cnn.com/2004/TECH/science....ap/index.html
>>
>> Red Snapper may not be what it appears
>>
>> Thursday, July 15, 2004 Posted: 11:34 AM EDT
>>
>> Fillets of red snapper may actually be of other species.
>> (AP) -- Scientists recommend that you think twice before
>> spending $15 for a red snapper filet the size of an index
>> card. A new genetics study suggests a poor ocean cousin might
>> be masquerading as its upscale relative on your dinner plate.
>>
>> Research at the University of North Carolina shows more than
>> three-quarters of "red snapper" samples from eight states
>> turned out to be different species -- vermillion snapper or
>> lane snapper -- in violation of federal law. Red snapper is
>> increasingly rare and it usually fetches a premium price
>> compared to other reef fish.
>>
>
> I have noticed this in some supermarkets.
> Easiest to tell when they have the whole fish on ice.

Can you explain what to look for? My local fish market has sushi
grade Red Snapper from time to time. I'd like to know if it is the real
deal. Thanks.