Brill
Scophthalmus rhombus
Overview
Brill caught by otter trawl or gill net is the Best Choice. Brill caught by beam trawl is OK - needs improvement.
Ratings
Showing 9 results for Brill
Best Choice
Best Choice
This seafood has been sustainably caught or responsibly farmed.
OK - Needs Improvement
OK - Needs Improvement
An ok choice, but needs improvement. We recommend seeking alternatives where possible.
Wild-caught
Location: North Sea, Skagerrak and Kattegat, English Channel
Management area: All areas
Method: Bottom trawl (beam)
More infoWild-caught
Location: North Sea, Skagerrak and Kattegat, English Channel
Management area: Cornwall IFCA District (0-6nm)
Method: Bottom trawl (beam)
More infoWild-caught
Location: North Sea, Skagerrak and Kattegat, English Channel
Management area: Cornwall IFCA District (0-6nm)
Method: Net (gill or fixed)
More infoWild-caught
Location: North Sea, Skagerrak and Kattegat, English Channel
Management area: Cornwall IFCA District (0-6nm)
Method: Bottom trawl (otter)
More infoWild-caught
Location: Celtic Sea, Bristol Channel
Management area: Cornwall
Method: Bottom trawl (otter)
More infoWild-caught
Location: Celtic Sea, Bristol Channel
Management area: Cornwall
Method: Bottom trawl (beam)
More infoWild-caught
Location: Celtic Sea, Bristol Channel
Management area: Cornwall
Method: Net (gill or fixed)
More infoAvoid
Avoid
We recommend avoiding these options as they have significant environmental concerns.
Under review
Under review
These ratings are currently being reviewed.
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