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Common cuttlefish

Sepia officinalis

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Think before you buy!
Some sources of this species are more sustainable than others. View ratings.

Overview

There are no Best Choice options for cuttlefish. Always check the fishing method: if they are caught by trawling, they are, Fish to Avoid. Cuttlefish from pot, trap, or creel fisheries are a better choice, but improvements are needed. Where possible, we would recommend finding alternatives to squid, octopus, and cuttlefish.

Ratings

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Best Choice

Rated 1-2
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OK - Needs Improvement

Rated 3-4
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Wild-caught

Location: English Channel and Celtic Seas

Management area: Inshore (0-6 nm)

Method: Pot, trap or creel

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Avoid

Rated 5
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5

Wild-caught

Location: English Channel and Celtic Seas

Management area: Offshore (beyond 6nm), including France

Method: Bottom trawl (otter)

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5

Wild-caught

Location: English Channel and Celtic Seas

Management area: Offshore (beyond 6nm), including France

Method: Bottom trawl (beam)

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5

Wild-caught

Location: English Channel and Celtic Seas

Management area: Cornwall IFCA District (0-6nm)

Method: Bottom trawl (otter)

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Under review

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