Nursehound
Scyliorhinus stellaris
Also known as: Greater Spotted Dogfish, Bull Huss, Catshark, Rock Salmon
Overview
Nursehound is OK – needs improvement.
Multiple species of small shark are often sold under generic names like ‘rock salmon’, ‘rock’, or ‘huss’, so it’s important to know which species you’re buying. If you don’t know the species you’re buying, it’s best to avoid eating it. Nursehound is sometimes sold in UK supermarkets, but is more commonly available from fishmongers, fish and chip shops, and seafood restaurants under these generic names.
Ratings
Showing 4 results for Nursehound
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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: All areas
Method: Bottom trawl (beam)
More infoWild-caught
Location: English Channel and Celtic Seas
Management area: All areas
Method: Bottom trawl (otter)
More infoWild-caught
Location: English Channel and Celtic Seas
Management area: All areas
Method: Net (gill or fixed)
More infoWild-caught
Location: English Channel and Celtic Seas
Management area: Cornwall
Method: Pot, trap or creel
More infoAvoid
Avoid
We recommend avoiding these options as they have significant environmental concerns.
Under review
Under review
These ratings are currently being reviewed.
Sustainable swaps
Greater Spotted Dogfish
Bull Huss
Catshark
Rock Salmon
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