European squid

Loligo vulgaris

Also known as: Common squid, Calamari

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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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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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Also known as

Common squid

Calamari

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