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Starry smoothhound

Mustelus asterias

Also known as: Gummy shark, Smooth dogfish, Rock Salmon, Huss

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

Overview

Starry smoothhound is OK but needs improvement.  Multiple species of small shark are often sold under generic names like ‘rock salmon’, ‘rock’, or ‘huss’, so it’s important to know which species you’re buying. If you don’t know the species you’re buying, it’s best to avoid eating it. Starry smoothhound is rarely sold in UK supermarkets, and is more commonly available from fishmongers, fish and chip shops, and seafood restaurants under these generic names.

Ratings

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Best Choice

Rated 1-2
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OK - Needs Improvement

Rated 3-4
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4

Wild-caught

Location: North East Atlantic

Management area: UK EEZ

Method: Bottom trawl (otter)

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4

Wild-caught

Location: North East Atlantic

Management area: UK EEZ

Method: Net (gill or fixed)

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Avoid

Rated 5
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Under review

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Sustainable swaps

Also known as

Gummy shark

Smooth dogfish

Rock Salmon

Huss

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