The Reason Beluga Caviar Recently Became Legal In The US

Well, that’s all in large part to Marky’s, who have tirelessly worked to sustainably reproduce the species and kept the numbers from decreasing at their aquafarm in Bascom, Fla. Found in the cold water depths of the Caspian Sea, Beluga sturgeon is the largest freshwater fish in the world and takes anywhere from 10 to 15 years to produce eggs (via Robb Report). Fortunately for seafood lover’s aching to taste these delicious black pearls, Mark Zaslavsky of Marky’s Caviar, was able to save the fish from possible extinction thanks in large part to his donation of more than 160,000 fertilized eggs to the sturgeon repopulation.

Known for its signature pop in every delectable bite, Beluga caviar — or ‘Huso Huso’ — is the most delicate and largest size of sturgeon eggs available (via FoodBeast). With that in mind, if you’re looking to splurge on world renowned caviar, looks like now is the time.