Peruvian anchovy

Engraulis ringens

Also known as: Anchoveta, Anchovies

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Overview

Anchovies from Peru and Northern Chile are a Best Choice. Anchovies from all other parts of Chile are OK –need improvement. Most of these fish are caught to make fish food, but some can end up on your plate too.

Ratings

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Best Choice

Rated 1-2
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Wild-caught

Location: Peruvian North-Central Stock

Management area: All areas

Method: Net (purse seine or ring)

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2

Wild-caught

Location: Southern Peru/Northern Chile stock (15, 1, 2)

Management area: All areas

Method: Net (purse seine or ring)

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OK - Needs Improvement

Rated 3-4
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Wild-caught

Location: Central-Southern Chile Stock (3-4)

Management area: All areas

Method: Net (purse seine or ring)

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Wild-caught

Location: Central-Southern Chile Stock (5-10)

Management area: All areas

Method: Net (purse seine or ring)

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Avoid

Rated 5
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Under review

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Anchoveta

Anchovies

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