Buying fish: 5 signs it is really fresh
19 October 2026 · 1 min read · by Demo Owner
1. Clear, bright eyes
Cloudy or sunken eyes mean the fish is old.
2. Red gills
Lift the gill cover: fresh gills are bright red, not brown.
3. Firm flesh
Press gently. The flesh should spring back.
4. Sea smell, not fishy
Fresh fish smells clean.
5. Shiny skin
The scales should be tight and shiny.
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