Seafood Results
Bowfin
Ocean Wise
Variety
Bowfin
Amia calva
Method
Wild
Gillnets (Set / Anchored)
Location
FAO 2: United States - Louisiana
Overall Rating
Market Names
Bowfish, Cyprus Trout, Dogfish, Grindle, Mudfish
Summary
Abundance: This species has characteristics that make it resistant to overfishing. However, it is unknown if current fishing levels are sustainable.
Bycatch: This fishery also catches and retains three species with unknown stock statuses.
Management: Moderately effective and includes catch restrictions as well as seasonal and area closures.