Coley

Pollachius virens

Also known as: Saithe

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

Overview

The sustainability of coley, or saithe, varies, depending on where it’s caught. The Best Choice is Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) certified coley from Iceland. Coley is a good alternative to cod, with a similar flaky texture, and may be found in supermarkets, fishmongers, and some prepared fish products.

Ratings

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Best Choice

Rated 1-2
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Wild-caught

Location: Northeast Arctic (Barents and Norwegian Sea)

Management area: All areas

Method: Net (purse seine or ring)

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Wild-caught

Location: Iceland

Management area: All areas

Method: Bottom trawl (otter)

Certification: Marine Stewardship Council (MSC)

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1

Wild-caught

Location: Iceland

Management area: All areas

Method: Net (gill or fixed)

Certification: Marine Stewardship Council (MSC)

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2

Wild-caught

Location: Northeast Arctic (Barents and Norwegian Sea)

Management area: All areas

Method: Net (gill or fixed)

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OK - Needs Improvement

Rated 3-4
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Wild-caught

Location: Northeast Arctic (Barents and Norwegian Sea)

Management area: Certified fleets only

Method: Bottom trawl (otter)

Certification: Marine Stewardship Council (MSC)

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3

Wild-caught

Location: Northeast Arctic (Barents and Norwegian Sea)

Management area: All areas

Method: Bottom trawl (otter)

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Wild-caught

Location: Faroes Grounds

Management area: Certified fleets only

Method: Bottom trawl (otter)

Certification: Marine Stewardship Council (MSC)

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3

Wild-caught

Location: Cornwall

Management area: All areas

Method: Hook & line (handline)

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Wild-caught

Location: North Sea, West of Scotland and Rockall, Skagerrak

Management area: All areas

Method: Bottom trawl (otter)

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Wild-caught

Location: Cornwall

Management area: All areas

Method: Bottom trawl (otter)

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Wild-caught

Location: Cornwall

Management area: All areas

Method: Net (gill or fixed)

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Avoid

Rated 5
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