Chilean mussel
Mytilus chilensis
Overview
Sustainability of mussels varies. Farmed mussels are a Best Choice and a low-impact method of producing shellfish.
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Best Choice
Best Choice
This seafood has been sustainably caught or responsibly farmed.
Farmed
Location: South America: Chile, All areas
Method: Culture, bottom, Culture, suspension
Certification: All
More infoOK - Needs Improvement
OK - Needs Improvement
An ok choice, but needs improvement. We recommend seeking alternatives where possible.
Avoid
Avoid
We recommend avoiding these options as they have significant environmental concerns.
Under review
Under review
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