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Atlantic halibut

Hippoglossus hippoglossus

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Some sources of this species are more sustainable than others. View ratings.

Overview

Atlantic halibut sustainability varies. Avoid wild-caught Atlantic halibut as its lifecycle makes it highly vulnerable and they are heavily overfished. The Best Choice is farmed halibut from Norway that is GLOBALG.A.P. certified. Halibut is not common in UK supermarkets, but you may find it at fishmongers or in seafood restaurants.

Ratings

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Best Choice

Rated 1-2
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Farmed

Location: Europe: Norway, All areas

Method: Open net pen, marine

Certification: GLOBALG.A.P.

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OK - Needs Improvement

Rated 3-4
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Avoid

Rated 5
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5

Wild-caught

Location: Norway

Management area: All areas

Method: Bottom trawl (otter)

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5

Wild-caught

Location: Norway

Management area: All areas

Method: Net (gill or fixed)

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5

Wild-caught

Location: Norway

Management area: All areas

Method: Hook & line (longline)

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5

Wild-caught

Location: Northeast Atlantic

Management area: All areas

Method: Bottom trawl (otter)

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5

Wild-caught

Location: Northeast Atlantic

Management area: All areas

Method: Net (gill or fixed)

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