Alumahan (Long-jawed Mackarel)

These species belong to the same fish family as

tunas. They are common in many salty reefs.

The alumahan fish is available in public markets

usually priced at Php 90 per 1/2 kilo and in
supermarkets, usually priced at Php 275 to Php
278 per 1/2 kilo.

Bisugo (Small toothed Jobfish)

These species are commonly found in tropical

and salty waters in the Indian and Western
Pacific ocean, which vary in sizes as well. They
are relatively popular in the Philippine market
because they are versatile in almost any dish.

The bisugo fish is available in public markets

usually priced at Php 45 per 1/2 kilo and in
supermarkets, usually priced at Php 275 to Php 368 per kilo.

Salay-Salay (Yellow tail Scad)

These species are small and somewhat easy to

catch although their meat is slightly coarse. They
belong in the scad family, and are known for the
distinct yellow details in their bodies and tails.

The salay-salay fish is available in public markets

usually priced at Php 180 per kilo and in
supermarkets, usually priced at Php 238 per kilo.
Galunggong (Mackarel Scad)

This fish is extremely popular in Philippine

markets, especially with the masses as they are
relatively inexpensive and remarkably tasty. They
are found in salt waters especially in
Northeastern Palawan and in Navotas-dubbed as
the country’s fishing capital.

The galunggong fish is available in public

markets usually priced at Php 60 per 1/2 kilo and
in supermarkets, usually priced at Php 198 per 1/2 kilo (Big size) and Php 173 per
1/2 kilo (Regular size).

Salmon (Threadfin Salmon)

This kind of fish is known for their body designs.

They are common in saltwater and popular in the
Philippine market because of their flavorful meat.

The salmon fish is available in public markets

usually priced at Php 32 per 1/2 kilo and in
supermarkets, usually priced at Php 197 per 1/2
kilo.

Bangus (Milk Fish)

Many people consider this fish as the Philippines’

national fish. Having a silvery scales and milky
white bottom are what makes it distinct and
attractive.

The bangus fish is available in public markets

usually priced at Php 65 per 1/2 kilo and in
supermarkets, usually priced at Php 165 per 1/2 kilo.
Dalagang Bukid (Goldband/Yellow tail fusilie)

This fish got its name because of its unique red

color. The color red is often used in describing
Filipina farm girls wearing a wrap-around skirt in
the province which is usually colored in red.

The dalagang bukid fish is available in public

markets usually priced at Php 90 per 1/2 kilo (big
sized), Php 60 per 1/2 kilo (regular sized) and in
supermarkets, usually priced at Php 240-
Php290 per 1/2 kilo.

Dilis (Anchovy)

This type of fish is extremely popular in the

Philippine market especially with the masses for
it is affordable and are very small. They are
common in shallow reefs in almost any reef in the
country itself. They are filter-feeders that open
their mouths as they swim.

The dilis fish is available in public markets usually

priced at Php 40 per 1/2 kilo and in
supermarkets, usually priced at Php 195 per 1/2 kilo.

Loro (Parrot Fish)

Filipino fishermen usually have difficulty catching

this fish because of their unique diet and coral-
crunching teeth. What makes this fish special is
its colorful scales and parrot-like teeth, thus
earning their name for it.
The loro fish is available in public markets usually priced at Php 40 per 1/2 kilo and
in supermarkets, usually priced at Php 228 per kilo.

Tambakol (Skipjack/Yellowfin tuna)

This fish is commonly found in the depths of

waters since they are known to dive deep; you
can sometimes fish them along the surface.
They mainly feed on schools and squid but it is
to consider that their diet also differ from time to
time.

The tambakol fish is available in public markets

usually priced at Php 50 per 1/2 kilo and in supermarkets, usually priced at Php 585
per kilo.

Danggit (Rabbit Fish)

This is a Filipino favorite fish often eaten by

Filipino families during breakfast. They are found
in many saltwater in the country and are
extremely popular in the Philippine market
because of their expensive value, and also
because they are easy to prepare and cook.

The danggit fish is available in public markets

usually priced at Php 215 per 1/2 kilo and in
supermarkets, usually priced at Php 135 per 1/2 kilo.
Kanduli (veined catfish)

This type of fish belong to the catfish or hito

family. They are found in tropical marine waters,
especially in salty environments. They are
found in the Philippine market either alive or
dead, and often mistaken for a catfish or hito.

The kanduli fish is available in public markets

usually priced at Php 35 per 1/2 kilo and in
supermarkets, usually priced at Php 120 per kilo.

Maya-maya (ruby snapper)

This type of fish is popular in Philippine markets

due to their delicate and flavorful white meat.
They usually vary in size that can either be small
or big. They are known for their vivid and distinct
red color and are commonly found in salty
environments and shallow reefs.

The maya-maya fish is available in public

markets usually priced at Php 90 – Php 110
per kilo and in supermarkets, usually priced at Php 58 per kilo.

Sapsap (Ponyfish/ Slipmouth)

This type of fish is usually characterized by their

slimy bodies, small scales, and a widely extending
mouth. They only grow under six (6) inches in
length. Because of its abundant population in its
natural habitat- the shallow coastal waters. This
feed is also usually used for various food cuisines
especially in the country.
The sapsap fish is available in public markets usually priced at Php 25 per 1/2
kilo and in supermarkets, usually priced at Php 386 per kilo.

Tulingan (Mackarel Tuna)

With its vertical stripes at the back, deeply

forked tail, and a small velvety touch of scale,
this fish is usually found offshores of both
temperate and tropical seas commonly
swimming with a school across the deep
ocean.

The tulingan fish is available in public markets

usually priced at Php 60 per 1/2 kilo and in supermarkets, usually priced at Php
195 per kilo.

Hiwas (Splendid Ponyfish)

This type of fish is usually found in muddy,

salty waters and often in deep waters. They are
often mistaken for the sap-sap fish due to their
similar features- flat body, big head, and
nuance difference in their color.

The hiwas fish is available in public markets

usually priced at Php 35 per 1/2 kilo and in
supermarkets, usually priced at Php 156 per
kilo.
Lapu-lapu (Coral trout/ Red grouper)

Groupers are high-valued type of fish because

of their white, flaky flesh which are usually
distributed in markets either dead or alive.
They are commonly found in saltwaters and
are hard to raise because of their carnivorous
nature, while being active during the night.

The lapu-lapu fish is available in public markets

usually priced at Php 300 per kilo and in supermarkets, usually priced at Php 558 per
kilo.

Salmonete (Red Mullet)

This type of fish have distinct bright colored

scales and is often characterized by a pair of
chin barbels. They are sometimes
distinguished having a double beard on its
lower lip. They also possess a deep, elongated
body; forked tail, and dorsal fins that are widely
separated.

The salmonete fish is available in public

markets usually priced at Php 15 per 1/2 kilo and in supermarkets, usually priced at
Php 80 per kilo.

Tawilis (Sardinella tawilis)

This type of fish are migratory fishes that can

only be found in the Philippines, in lake Taal,
which is the 3rd largest lake in the country.
This specie is the only fish belonging to their
genius that live entirely in fresh waters.
The tawilis fish is available in public markets usually priced at Php 25 per
1/2 kilo and in supermarkets, usually priced at Php 98 per kilo.

Tilapia (Mayan Cichlids)

Covering the 4.30% of the inland contribution

of fisheries last 2016, this fish is obviously one
of the most abundant kind of fish that can be
found in the Philippine archipelago. The term
“tilapia” however, covers nearly hundreds of
different species in general.

The tilapia fish is available in public markets

usually priced at Php 30 per 1/2 kilo and in
supermarkets, usually priced at Php 108 per
1/2 kilo for the small size; Php 138 per 1/2 kilo for the regular size and; Php 148 per
1/2 kilo for the big size.