Gilthead bream

Sparus auratus

Gilthead bream

(Sparus auratus)

Also known as: Gilthead seabream

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Overview

Gilthead bream can grow to a length of 70cm and live for as long as 11 years. It is a sedentary species found in depths of up to 150m. Spawning occurs between November and December.

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Wild-caught

Location: Cornwall

Method: Net (gill or fixed)

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Wild-caught

Location: Cornwall

Method: Hook & line (handline)

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Rated 5
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Farmed

Location: All areas

Method: Open net pen, marine

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Farmed

Location: All areas

Method: Open net pen, marine

Certification: GLOBALG.A.P.

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Farmed

Location: All areas

Method: Open net pen, marine

Certification: Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC)

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Farmed

Location: All areas

Method: Open net pen, marine

Certification: Global Seafood Alliance Best Aquaculture Practices (GAA BAP) 3*, Global Seafood Alliance Best Aquaculture Practices (GAA BAP) 4*

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Gilthead seabream

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