Japanese flying squid

Todarodes pacificus

Also known as: Pacific flying squid, Japanese common squid, Calamari

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Overview

Japanese flying squid is a Fish to Avoid. Where possible, we would recommend finding alternatives to squid, octopus, and cuttlefish.

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Location: Japan Sea and Pacific Coast

Management area: Japan

Method: Hook & line (jig)

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Location: Japan Sea and Pacific Coast

Management area: China

Method: Net (pelagic trawl)

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