Common cuttlefish
Sepia officinalis
Overview
There are no Best Choice options for cuttlefish. Always check the fishing method: if they are caught by trawling, they are, Fish to Avoid. Cuttlefish from pot, trap, or creel fisheries are a better choice, but improvements are needed. Where possible, we would recommend finding alternatives to squid, octopus, and cuttlefish.
Ratings
Showing 4 results for Common cuttlefish
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: English Channel and Celtic Seas
Management area: Inshore (0-6 nm)
Method: Pot, trap or creel
More infoAvoid
Avoid
We recommend avoiding these options as they have significant environmental concerns.
Wild-caught
Location: English Channel and Celtic Seas
Management area: Offshore (beyond 6nm), including France
Method: Bottom trawl (otter)
More infoWild-caught
Location: English Channel and Celtic Seas
Management area: Offshore (beyond 6nm), including France
Method: Bottom trawl (beam)
More infoWild-caught
Location: English Channel and Celtic Seas
Management area: Cornwall IFCA District (0-6nm)
Method: Bottom trawl (otter)
More infoUnder review
Under review
These ratings are currently being reviewed.
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