Cuckoo ray
Leucoraja naevus
Overview
Cuckoo ray is OK but needs improvement.
Many species of skate and ray are unsustainable. It’s really important to check what species the skate or ray wing is from, and if you don’t know what the species is, you should always avoid eating it.
Ratings
Showing 4 results for Cuckoo ray
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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: West of Scotland, Southern Celtic Sea, Western English Channel and Bay of Biscay
Management area: All areas
Method: Bottom trawl (otter)
More infoWild-caught
Location: West of Scotland, Southern Celtic Sea, Western English Channel and Bay of Biscay
Management area: Cornwall
Method: Net (gill or fixed)
More infoWild-caught
Location: West of Scotland, Southern Celtic Sea, Western English Channel and Bay of Biscay
Management area: Cornwall
Method: Bottom trawl (beam)
More infoAvoid
Avoid
We recommend avoiding these options as they have significant environmental concerns.
Under review
Under review
These ratings are currently being reviewed.
Wild-caught
Location: North Sea and Skagerrak and Kattegat
Management area: All areas
Method: Bottom trawl (otter)
More infoSustainable swaps
Cuckoo ray
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