Seafood Results

Anchovy
Variety
Anchovy, European
Engraulis encrasicolus
Method
Wild
Surrounding Nets: Purse Seines
Location
FAO Area 27 (Atlantic, Northeast)
Eco-Certification

Cantabrian Sea Purse Seine Anchovy Fishery
Market Names
Anchovy
Summary
Rationale: Ocean Wise recommends some, but not all Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) certified fisheries. Click to learn more about how the MSC certification was benchmarked to Ocean Wise. This fishery meets conservation standards to become OWS recommended.
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Variety
Anchovy, European
Engraulis encrasicolus
Method
Wild
Trawls: Midwater / Pelagic Trawls
Location
Mediterranean and Black Sea: Strait of Sicily
Overall Rating
Market Names
Anchovy
Summary
Abundance: Abundance is uncertain in many regions, with some populations depleted and/or harvested above sustainable levels. In addition, population abundance relative to conservation goals is largely unknown.
Bycatch: Harvest impacts numerous fish species (e.g. mackerels, horse mackerels, Spanish sardine, and sprat) and sometimes catch threatened and endangered dolphins.
Management: Very few management measures have been implemented, though some countries have implemented measures such as minimum size limits, fishing effort restrictions, and gear restrictions. There is also only limited monitoring of bycatch species, including marine mammals. Overall, measures to date have been unable to rebuild populations with low abundances or adequately control fishing levels.
Habitat: This species is important prey in pelagic food webs, there are concerns about the effects of these fisheries on the food web and overall ecosystem.
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Variety
Anchovy, European
Engraulis encrasicolus
Method
Wild
Trawls: Midwater / Pelagic Trawls
Location
Mediterranean and Black Sea: Adriatic Sea
Overall Rating
Market Names
Anchovy
Summary
Abundance: Abundance is uncertain in many regions, with some populations depleted and/or harvested above sustainable levels. In addition, population abundance relative to conservation goals is largely unknown.
Bycatch: Harvest impacts numerous fish species (e.g. mackerels, horse mackerels, Spanish sardine, and sprat) and sometimes catch threatened and endangered dolphins.
Management: A management plan for this species has been recently introduced, however its effectiveness in meeting management objectives is not yet known.
Habitat: This species is important prey in pelagic food webs, there are concerns about the effects of these fisheries on the food web and overall ecosystem.
Learn more about harvest methods
Variety
Anchovy, European
Engraulis encrasicolus
Method
Wild
Trawls: Midwater / Pelagic Trawls
Location
Mediterranean and Black Sea: Alboran Sea
Overall Rating
Market Names
Anchovy
Summary
Abundance: Abundance is uncertain in many regions, with some populations depleted and/or harvested above sustainable levels. In addition, population abundance relative to conservation goals is largely unknown.
Bycatch: Harvest impacts numerous fish species (e.g. mackerels, horse mackerels, Spanish sardine, and sprat) and sometimes catch threatened and endangered dolphins.
Management: Very few management measures have been implemented, though some countries have implemented measures such as minimum size limits, fishing effort restrictions, and gear restrictions. There is also only limited monitoring of bycatch species, including marine mammals. Overall, measures to date have been unable to rebuild populations with low abundances or adequately control fishing levels.
Habitat: This species is important prey in pelagic food webs, there are concerns about the effects of these fisheries on the food web and overall ecosystem.
Learn more about harvest methods
Variety
Anchovy, European
Engraulis encrasicolus
Method
Wild
Surrounding Nets: Purse Seines (Free School / Non-FAD / FSC / Non-Associated)
Location
Mediterranean and Black Sea: Aegean Sea
Overall Rating
Market Names
Anchovy
Summary
Abundance: Abundance is uncertain in many regions, with some populations depleted and/or harvested above sustainable levels. In addition, population abundance relative to conservation goals is largely unknown.
Bycatch: Harvest impacts numerous fish species (e.g. mackerels, horse mackerels, Spanish sardine, and sprat) and sometimes catch threatened and endangered dolphins.
Management: Very few management measures have been implemented, though some countries have implemented measures such as minimum size limits, fishing effort restrictions, and gear restrictions. There is also only limited monitoring of bycatch species, including marine mammals. Overall, measures to date have been unable to rebuild populations with low abundances or adequately control fishing levels.
Habitat: This species is important prey in pelagic food webs, there are concerns about the effects of these fisheries on the food web and overall ecosystem.
Learn more about harvest methods
Variety
Anchovy, European
Engraulis encrasicolus
Method
Wild
Surrounding Nets: Purse Seines (Free School / Non-FAD / FSC / Non-Associated)
Location
Mediterranean and Black Sea: Strait of Sicily
Overall Rating
Market Names
Anchovy
Summary
Abundance: Abundance is uncertain in many regions, with some populations depleted and/or harvested above sustainable levels. In addition, population abundance relative to conservation goals is largely unknown.
Bycatch: Harvest impacts numerous fish species (e.g. mackerels, horse mackerels, Spanish sardine, and sprat) and sometimes catch threatened and endangered dolphins.
Management: Very few management measures have been implemented, though some countries have implemented measures such as minimum size limits, fishing effort restrictions, and gear restrictions. There is also only limited monitoring of bycatch species, including marine mammals. Overall, measures to date have been unable to rebuild populations with low abundances or adequately control fishing levels.
Habitat: This species is important prey in pelagic food webs, there are concerns about the effects of these fisheries on the food web and overall ecosystem.
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Variety
Anchovy, European
Engraulis encrasicolus
Method
Wild
Trawls: Midwater / Pelagic Trawls
Location
Mediterranean and Black Sea: Ligurian Sea
Overall Rating
Market Names
Anchovy
Summary
Abundance: Abundance is uncertain in many regions, with some populations depleted and/or harvested above sustainable levels. In addition, population abundance relative to conservation goals is largely unknown.
Bycatch: Harvest impacts numerous fish species (e.g. mackerels, horse mackerels, Spanish sardine, and sprat) and sometimes catch threatened and endangered dolphins.
Management: Very few management measures have been implemented, though some countries have implemented measures such as minimum size limits, fishing effort restrictions, and gear restrictions. There is also only limited monitoring of bycatch species, including marine mammals. Overall, measures to date have been unable to rebuild populations with low abundances or adequately control fishing levels.
Habitat: This species is important prey in pelagic food webs, there are concerns about the effects of these fisheries on the food web and overall ecosystem.
Learn more about harvest methods
Variety
Anchovy, European
Engraulis encrasicolus
Method
Wild
Surrounding Nets: Purse Seines (Free School / Non-FAD / FSC / Non-Associated)
Location
Mediterranean and Black Sea: Ionian Sea
Overall Rating
Market Names
Anchovy
Summary
Abundance: Abundance is uncertain in many regions, with some populations depleted and/or harvested above sustainable levels. In addition, population abundance relative to conservation goals is largely unknown.
Bycatch: Harvest impacts numerous fish species (e.g. mackerels, horse mackerels, Spanish sardine, and sprat) and sometimes catch threatened and endangered dolphins.
Management: Very few management measures have been implemented, though some countries have implemented measures such as minimum size limits, fishing effort restrictions, and gear restrictions. There is also only limited monitoring of bycatch species, including marine mammals. Overall, measures to date have been unable to rebuild populations with low abundances or adequately control fishing levels.
Habitat: This species is important prey in pelagic food webs, there are concerns about the effects of these fisheries on the food web and overall ecosystem.
Learn more about harvest methods
Variety
Anchovy, European
Engraulis encrasicolus
Method
Wild
Surrounding Nets: Purse Seines (Free School / Non-FAD / FSC / Non-Associated)
Location
Spain - Mediterranean and Black Sea: Mediterranean Sea
Overall Rating
Market Names
Anchovy
Summary
Abundance: Abundance is uncertain in many regions, with some populations depleted and/or harvested above sustainable levels. In addition, population abundance relative to conservation goals is largely unknown.
Bycatch: Harvest impacts numerous fish species (e.g. mackerels, horse mackerels, Spanish sardine, and sprat) and sometimes catch threatened and endangered dolphins.
Management: Very few management measures have been implemented, though some countries have implemented measures such as minimum size limits, fishing effort restrictions, and gear restrictions. There is also only limited monitoring of bycatch species, including marine mammals. Overall, measures to date have been unable to rebuild populations with low abundances or adequately control fishing levels.
Habitat: This species is important prey in pelagic food webs, there are concerns about the effects of these fisheries on the food web and overall ecosystem.
Learn more about harvest methods
Variety
Anchovy, European
Engraulis encrasicolus
Method
Wild
Trawls: Midwater / Pelagic Trawls
Location
Spain - Mediterranean and Black Sea: Mediterranean Sea
Overall Rating
Market Names
Anchovy
Summary
Abundance: Abundance is uncertain in many regions, with some populations depleted and/or harvested above sustainable levels. In addition, population abundance relative to conservation goals is largely unknown.
Bycatch: Harvest impacts numerous fish species (e.g. mackerels, horse mackerels, Spanish sardine, and sprat) and sometimes catch threatened and endangered dolphins.
Management: Very few management measures have been implemented, though some countries have implemented measures such as minimum size limits, fishing effort restrictions, and gear restrictions. There is also only limited monitoring of bycatch species, including marine mammals. Overall, measures to date have been unable to rebuild populations with low abundances or adequately control fishing levels.
Habitat: This species is important prey in pelagic food webs, there are concerns about the effects of these fisheries on the food web and overall ecosystem.
Learn more about harvest methods
Variety
Anchovy, European
Engraulis encrasicolus
Method
Wild
Surrounding Nets: Purse Seines (Free School / Non-FAD / FSC / Non-Associated)
Location
Mediterranean and Black Sea: Ligurian Sea
Overall Rating
Market Names
Anchovy
Summary
Abundance: Abundance is uncertain in many regions, with some populations depleted and/or harvested above sustainable levels. In addition, population abundance relative to conservation goals is largely unknown.
Bycatch: Harvest impacts numerous fish species (e.g. mackerels, horse mackerels, Spanish sardine, and sprat) and sometimes catch threatened and endangered dolphins.
Management: Very few management measures have been implemented, though some countries have implemented measures such as minimum size limits, fishing effort restrictions, and gear restrictions. There is also only limited monitoring of bycatch species, including marine mammals. Overall, measures to date have been unable to rebuild populations with low abundances or adequately control fishing levels.
Habitat: This species is important prey in pelagic food webs, there are concerns about the effects of these fisheries on the food web and overall ecosystem.
Learn more about harvest methods
Variety
Anchovy, European
Engraulis encrasicolus
Method
Wild
Trawls: Midwater / Pelagic Trawls
Location
Mediterranean and Black Sea: Aegean Sea
Overall Rating
Market Names
Anchovy
Summary
Abundance: Abundance is uncertain in many regions, with some populations depleted and/or harvested above sustainable levels. In addition, population abundance relative to conservation goals is largely unknown.
Bycatch: Harvest impacts numerous fish species (e.g. mackerels, horse mackerels, Spanish sardine, and sprat) and sometimes catch threatened and endangered dolphins.
Management: Very few management measures have been implemented, though some countries have implemented measures such as minimum size limits, fishing effort restrictions, and gear restrictions. There is also only limited monitoring of bycatch species, including marine mammals. Overall, measures to date have been unable to rebuild populations with low abundances or adequately control fishing levels.
Habitat: This species is important prey in pelagic food webs, there are concerns about the effects of these fisheries on the food web and overall ecosystem.
Learn more about harvest methods
Variety
Anchovy, European
Engraulis encrasicolus
Method
Wild
Surrounding Nets: Purse Seines (Free School / Non-FAD / FSC / Non-Associated)
Location
Mediterranean and Black Sea: Adriatic Sea
Overall Rating
Market Names
Anchovy
Summary
Abundance: Abundance is uncertain in many regions, with some populations depleted and/or harvested above sustainable levels. In addition, population abundance relative to conservation goals is largely unknown.
Bycatch: Harvest impacts numerous fish species (e.g. mackerels, horse mackerels, Spanish sardine, and sprat) and sometimes catch threatened and endangered dolphins.
Management: A management plan for this species has been recently introduced, however its effectiveness in meeting management objectives is not yet known.
Habitat: This species is important prey in pelagic food webs, there are concerns about the effects of these fisheries on the food web and overall ecosystem.
Learn more about harvest methods
Variety
Anchovy, European
Engraulis encrasicolus
Method
Wild
Trawls: Midwater / Pelagic Trawls
Location
Mediterranean and Black Sea: Ionian Sea
Overall Rating
Market Names
Anchovy
Summary
Abundance: Abundance is uncertain in many regions, with some populations depleted and/or harvested above sustainable levels. In addition, population abundance relative to conservation goals is largely unknown.
Bycatch: Harvest impacts numerous fish species (e.g. mackerels, horse mackerels, Spanish sardine, and sprat) and sometimes catch threatened and endangered dolphins.
Management: Very few management measures have been implemented, though some countries have implemented measures such as minimum size limits, fishing effort restrictions, and gear restrictions. There is also only limited monitoring of bycatch species, including marine mammals. Overall, measures to date have been unable to rebuild populations with low abundances or adequately control fishing levels.
Habitat: This species is important prey in pelagic food webs, there are concerns about the effects of these fisheries on the food web and overall ecosystem.
Learn more about harvest methods
Variety
Anchovy, European
Engraulis encrasicolus
Method
Wild
Surrounding Nets: Purse Seines (Free School / Non-FAD / FSC / Non-Associated)
Location
Mediterranean and Black Sea: Adriatic Sea
Overall Rating
Market Names
Anchovy
Summary
Learn more about harvest methods
Variety
Anchovy, European
Engraulis encrasicolus
Method
Wild
Trawls: Midwater / Pelagic Trawls
Location
Mediterranean and Black Sea: Adriatic Sea
Overall Rating
Market Names
Anchovy
Variety
Anchovy, European
Engraulis encrasicolus
Method
Wild
Trawls: Midwater / Pelagic Trawls
Location
Mediterranean and Black Sea: Black Sea
Overall Rating
Market Names
Anchovy
Summary
Abundance: Abundance is uncertain in many regions, with some populations depleted and/or harvested above sustainable levels. In addition, population abundance relative to conservation goals is largely unknown.
Bycatch: Harvest impacts numerous fish species (e.g. mackerels, horse mackerels, Spanish sardine, and sprat) and sometimes catch threatened and endangered dolphins.
Management: Very few management measures have been implemented, though some countries have implemented measures such as minimum size limits, fishing effort restrictions, and gear restrictions. There is also only limited monitoring of bycatch species, including marine mammals. Overall, measures to date have been unable to rebuild populations with low abundances or adequately control fishing levels.
Habitat: This species is important prey in pelagic food webs, there are concerns about the effects of these fisheries on the food web and overall ecosystem.
Learn more about harvest methods
Variety
Anchovy, European
Engraulis encrasicolus
Method
Wild
Surrounding Nets: Purse Seines (Free School / Non-FAD / FSC / Non-Associated)
Location
Mediterranean and Black Sea: Alboran Sea
Overall Rating
Market Names
Anchovy
Summary
Abundance: Abundance is uncertain in many regions, with some populations depleted and/or harvested above sustainable levels. In addition, population abundance relative to conservation goals is largely unknown.
Bycatch: Harvest impacts numerous fish species (e.g. mackerels, horse mackerels, Spanish sardine, and sprat) and sometimes catch threatened and endangered dolphins.
Management: Very few management measures have been implemented, though some countries have implemented measures such as minimum size limits, fishing effort restrictions, and gear restrictions. There is also only limited monitoring of bycatch species, including marine mammals. Overall, measures to date have been unable to rebuild populations with low abundances or adequately control fishing levels.
Habitat: This species is important prey in pelagic food webs, there are concerns about the effects of these fisheries on the food web and overall ecosystem.
Learn more about harvest methods
Variety
Anchovy, European
Engraulis encrasicolus
Method
Wild
Surrounding Nets: Purse Seines (Free School / Non-FAD / FSC / Non-Associated)
Location
Mediterranean and Black Sea: Gulf of Lion
Overall Rating
Market Names
Anchovy
Summary
Abundance: Abundance is uncertain in many regions, with some populations depleted and/or harvested above sustainable levels. In addition, population abundance relative to conservation goals is largely unknown.
Bycatch: Harvest impacts numerous fish species (e.g. mackerels, horse mackerels, Spanish sardine, and sprat) and sometimes catch threatened and endangered dolphins.
Management: Very few management measures have been implemented, though some countries have implemented measures such as minimum size limits, fishing effort restrictions, and gear restrictions. There is also only limited monitoring of bycatch species, including marine mammals. Overall, measures to date have been unable to rebuild populations with low abundances or adequately control fishing levels.
Habitat: This species is important prey in pelagic food webs, there are concerns about the effects of these fisheries on the food web and overall ecosystem.
Learn more about harvest methods
Variety
Anchovy, European
Engraulis encrasicolus
Method
Wild
Trawls: Midwater / Pelagic Trawls
Location
Mediterranean and Black Sea: Black Sea
Overall Rating
Market Names
Anchovy
Summary
Abundance: Abundance is uncertain in many regions, with some populations depleted and/or harvested above sustainable levels. In addition, population abundance relative to conservation goals is largely unknown.
Bycatch: Harvest impacts numerous fish species (e.g. mackerels, horse mackerels, Spanish sardine, and sprat) and sometimes catch threatened and endangered dolphins.
Management: Very few management measures have been implemented, though some countries have implemented measures such as minimum size limits, fishing effort restrictions, and gear restrictions. There is also only limited monitoring of bycatch species, including marine mammals. Overall, measures to date have been unable to rebuild populations with low abundances or adequately control fishing levels.
Habitat: This species is important prey in pelagic food webs, there are concerns about the effects of these fisheries on the food web and overall ecosystem.
Learn more about harvest methods
Variety
Anchovy, European
Engraulis encrasicolus
Method
Wild
Trawls: Midwater / Pelagic Trawls
Location
Mediterranean and Black Sea: Gulf of Lion
Overall Rating
Market Names
Anchovy
Summary
Abundance: Abundance is uncertain in many regions, with some populations depleted and/or harvested above sustainable levels. In addition, population abundance relative to conservation goals is largely unknown.
Bycatch: Harvest impacts numerous fish species (e.g. mackerels, horse mackerels, Spanish sardine, and sprat) and sometimes catch threatened and endangered dolphins.
Management: Very few management measures have been implemented, though some countries have implemented measures such as minimum size limits, fishing effort restrictions, and gear restrictions. There is also only limited monitoring of bycatch species, including marine mammals. Overall, measures to date have been unable to rebuild populations with low abundances or adequately control fishing levels.
Habitat: This species is important prey in pelagic food webs, there are concerns about the effects of these fisheries on the food web and overall ecosystem.
Learn more about harvest methods
Variety
Anchovy, European
Engraulis encrasicolus
Method
Wild
Surrounding Nets: Purse Seines (Free School / Non-FAD / FSC / Non-Associated)
Location
Mediterranean and Black Sea: Black Sea
Overall Rating
Market Names
Anchovy
Summary
Abundance: Abundance is uncertain in many regions, with some populations depleted and/or harvested above sustainable levels. In addition, population abundance relative to conservation goals is largely unknown.
Bycatch: Harvest impacts numerous fish species (e.g. mackerels, horse mackerels, Spanish sardine, and sprat) and sometimes catch threatened and endangered dolphins.
Management: Very few management measures have been implemented, though some countries have implemented measures such as minimum size limits, fishing effort restrictions, and gear restrictions. There is also only limited monitoring of bycatch species, including marine mammals. Overall, measures to date have been unable to rebuild populations with low abundances or adequately control fishing levels.
Habitat: This species is important prey in pelagic food webs, there are concerns about the effects of these fisheries on the food web and overall ecosystem.
Learn more about harvest methods
Variety
Anchovy, Argentine
Engraulis anchoita
Method
Wild
Trawls: Midwater / Pelagic Trawls
Location
FAO Area 41 (Atlantic, Southwest)
Eco-Certification

Argentine Anchovy (Engraulis anchoita), Bonaerense Stock, Semi-Pelagic Mid-Water Trawl Fishery
Market Names
Anchovy
Summary
Rationale: Ocean Wise recommends some, but not all Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) certified fisheries. Click to learn more about how the MSC certification was benchmarked to Ocean Wise. This fishery does not meet conservation standards to become OWS recommended. This certification has an open condition regarding endangered, threatened and/or protected (ETP) species.