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European squid

Loligo vulgaris

Also known as: Common squid, Calamari

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

Overview

Most squid from UK seas are Fish to Avoid. We recommend finding alternatives to all squid, octopus, and cuttlefish caught in the UK.

Ratings

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Rated 1-2
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OK - Needs Improvement

Rated 3-4
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4

Wild-caught

Location: Celtic Seas

Management area: Cornwall

Method: Hook & line (jig)

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Avoid

Rated 5
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5

Wild-caught

Location: North Sea

Management area: All areas

Method: Bottom trawl (otter)

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5

Wild-caught

Location: Celtic Seas

Management area: All areas (except Cornwall)

Method: Bottom trawl (otter)

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5

Wild-caught

Location: English Channel

Management area: All areas

Method: Bottom trawl (otter)

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5

Wild-caught

Location: Celtic Seas

Management area: Cornwall

Method: Bottom trawl (otter)

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Under review

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Also known as

Common squid

Calamari

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