Witch

Glyptocephalus cynoglossus

4: OK - Needs improvement How we work out the ratings

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Location

Cornwall

Technical location

Atlantic, Northeast, Bristol Channel, Celtic Sea (North), Celtic Sea (South), English Channel (West)

Caught by

Bottom trawl (otter)

Rating summary

For more information about this rating please visit: http://www.cornwallgoodseafoodguide.org.uk/fish-guide/witch.php

Technical consultation summary

No new data. Still no ICES advice for witch in area 7e, f, and g - makes this difficult. In 7d and north sea: Fishing pressure on the stock is above FMSY but below Fpa and Flim; spawning-stock size is predicted to be above MSY Btrigger ,Bpa , and Blim. Healthier stock than lemon sole in this area, since split advice. Awaiting response to a written request to ICES for any data that may contribute to this rating.

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References

Sustainable swaps

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